The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dorchester to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dorchester to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dorchester to Birmingham will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Of the 1 buses that leave Dorchester for Birmingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 200 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:106h50Dorchester15:00Birmingham£431One-way0 changes
8:106h50Dorchester15:00Birmingham£431One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Dorchester to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dorchester to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 200 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£46 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dorchester to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dorchester to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Monday 27 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 Dorchester | 6h50 | 15:00 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dorchester to Birmingham
Buses from Dorchester to Birmingham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:03, the last at 20:03. The fastest coach covers the 200 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 200 km |
Average bus duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 6:03 |
Last bus 20:03 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Dorchester to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Dorchester to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £43. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dorchester to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorchester to Birmingham by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dorchester and Birmingham
Most Dorchester to Birmingham buses use the Dorchester, South Railway Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Dorchester and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do buses from Dorchester arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
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