The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dorchester to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
21 h 30 m
Average duration
21 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
584 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dorchester to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dorchester to Edinburgh will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
Of the 2 buses that leave Dorchester for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 584 km distance in an average of 21 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 21 h 40 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Dorchester to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dorchester to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a train costs an average of £112.
Distance: 584 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£52 Average Price Cheapest | £113 Average Price | £123 Average Price |
13h 33m Average total duration 13h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dorchester to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dorchester to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Monday 9 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:10 Dorchester | 21h40 | 05:50 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:20 Dorchester | 21h30 | 05:50 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dorchester to Edinburgh
Buses from Dorchester to Edinburgh run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 08:45, the last at 12:51. The fastest coach covers the 584 km distance in 21h 30m.
Distance 584 km |
Average bus duration 13h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 21h 30m |
First bus 08:45 |
Last bus 12:51 |
Bus providers: National Express from Dorchester to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Dorchester to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dorchester to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorchester to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dorchester and Edinburgh
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
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