Dorchester to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dorchester to London

Showing times and prices for 13 Mar

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

4 h 10 m

Average duration

4 h 10 m

Buses per day

1

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 £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Dorchester for London 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 184 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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 Express
09:104h10
Dorchester
13:20London
£171One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Dorchester to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dorchester to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 184 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

£39

Average Price

4h 31m

Average total duration

4h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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South Western Railway

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Dorchester to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Dorchester to London coaches for today, Thursday 12 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 00:15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express09:20 Dorchester
4h00
13:20 London0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dorchester to London

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Buses from Dorchester to London run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:08, the last at 21:35. The fastest coach covers the 184 km distance in 4h 0m.

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
4h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
4h 0m
First bus
04:08
Last bus
21:35
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

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 Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£13
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.

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
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 £24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Dorchester to London is 4h 0m to travel the 184 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Dorchester to London leaves at 4:08. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Dorchester to London leaves at 21:35.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Dorchester to London with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
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.
When departing from Dorchester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Dorchester, South Railway Station, Weymouth, The Esplanade / New Street (Marks & Spencer) . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Victoria Rail Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Eltham, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Baker Street Station, London, Golders Green Station, London, Gloucester Place (Baker Street Station), London, Earl's Court, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Lithos Road, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dorchester, South Railway Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to London from Dorchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Dorchester to London is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dorchester and London including taking a coach and train.
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 National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
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.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Dorchester and London

Dorchester
London
The major coach station for departures in Dorchester is Dorchester, South Railway Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dorchester, South Railway Station for your trip from Dorchester to London.
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