Dorchester to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dorchester to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 25 Oct

Cheapest price on 25 Oct

£28

Average ticket price on 25 Oct

£28

Fastest journey on 25 Oct

3 h 45 m

Average journey duration on 25 Oct

4 h 27 m

Buses on 25 Oct

3

Distance

184 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dorchester to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dorchester to London will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.

Fast coaches

On Sun 25 Oct, we found 3 buses from Dorchester to London, including 2 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 184 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.

  • National ExpressNX035
    9:054h15
    Dorchester, South Railway Station
    13:20London, Victoria Coach Station
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX035
    9:053h45
    Dorchester, South Railway Station
    12:50London, Hammersmith Bridge Road
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX035 · NX035
    9:055h20
    Dorchester, South Railway Station
    14:25London, Earl's Court
    £281One-way
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dorchester to London

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Buses from Dorchester to London run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:38. The fastest coach covers the 184 km distance in 3h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
184 km
Average bus duration
3h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
3h 30m
First bus
1:05
Last bus
23:38
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Dorchester to London trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dorchester to London.

Cheap coach tickets from Dorchester to London can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Dorchester to London is £25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Dorchester to London leaves at 1:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Dorchester to London leaves at 23:38.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Dorchester to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Dorchester to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Dorchester to London coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 25 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX035 · NX0359:05 Dorchester, South Railway Station
5h20
14:25 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressNX0359:05 Dorchester, South Railway Station
4h15
13:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0359:05 Dorchester, South Railway Station
3h45
12:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Bus providers: National Express from Dorchester to LondonYou can travel by bus between Dorchester to London with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest National Express Price
£13
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Dorchester and London

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Dorchester to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Dorchester and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Dorchester to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Dorchester to London for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Dorchester to London depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Dorchester to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Dorchester to London:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Dorchester to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Dorchester to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Dorchester to London with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Dorchester to London with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Dorchester to London with the following coach company: National Express.

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Things to do in London

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The British Museum

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Victoria and Albert Museum

Vast museum of art, design and performance, loved for fashion, sculpture and major temporary exhibitions.

Pound sterling (£)

Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.

FAQs: Dorchester to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorchester to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
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popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Dorchester and London

Most Dorchester to London buses use the Dorchester, South Railway Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Earl's Court. Use this guide to compare Dorchester and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Dorchester
Arrival bus stations in London

Which Dorchester station do buses to London leave from?

Buses from Dorchester to London leave from Dorchester, South Railway Station. The station is 1 km from Dorchester city centre at Dorchester South railway station, Dorchester DT1 1QX, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Dorchester, South Railway Station from Dorchester city centre

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Dorchester, South Railway Station bus station facilities and services

Dorchester, South Railway Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Dorchester, South Railway Station. ATMs are available at Dorchester, South Railway Station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Dorchester, South Railway Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Dorchester, South Railway Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Dorchester, South Railway Station.

Bus stations for Dorchester to London

Check bus stations information for Dorchester and London, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

When departing from Dorchester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Dorchester, South Railway Station . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Earl's Court, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Victoria Rail Station, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dorchester, South Railway Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.

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