Dover to Bournemouth bus with National Express

Thu 29 Jan
+ Add return
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Swiss Tours
BlaBlaCar Bus
1,000+ travel companies
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Swiss Tours
BlaBlaCar Bus
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dover to Bournemouth

Showing times and prices for 29 Jan

Cheapest price

£41

Average price

£41

Fastest journey

7 h 5 m

Average duration

7 h 5 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

228 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Dover to Bournemouth will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Dover for Bournemouth 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 228 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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
03:357h05
Dover
10:40Bournemouth
£411One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Dover to Bournemouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dover to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £39.

Distance: 228 km

Compare bus with

Most popular
Coach
Train

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£45

Average Price

6h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 43m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

6h 26m

Average total duration

5h 56m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Dover to Bournemouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Dover to Bournemouth coaches for today, Wednesday 28 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX007 · NX035
Delayed
22:10 04:35Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
8h15
12:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX007 · NX035
Delayed
22:10 09:15Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
7h35
16:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX007 · NX035
Delayed
22:10 13:50Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
7h05
20:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX007 · NX035
Delayed
22:10 17:50Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
6h35
00:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
1 change
Thursday 29 January
national_express03:35 Dover
7h05
10:40 Bournemouth0 changesdirect

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Dover to Bournemouth by coach or train

Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Thu
29 Jan
Fri
30 Jan
Sat
31 Jan
Sun
01 Feb
Mon
02 Feb
Tue
03 Feb
Wed
04 Feb

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dover to Bournemouth

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of bus

Buses from Dover to Bournemouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 04:27, the last at 19:15. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 6h 25m.

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
228 km
Average bus duration
5h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
6h 25m
First bus
04:27
Last bus
19:15
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 Dover to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Dover to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as £15. 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
6h 25m
Cheapest Price
£15
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: Dover to Bournemouth coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Dover to Bournemouth can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Dover to Bournemouth is £27; 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 Dover to Bournemouth is 6h 25m to travel the 228 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 Dover to Bournemouth leaves at 4:27. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Dover to Bournemouth leaves at 19:15.
There are 4 coaches a day from Dover to Bournemouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Dover to Bournemouth, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bournemouth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Dover and Bournemouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Bournemouth from Dover is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Dover to Bournemouth is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dover and Bournemouth including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Dover to Bournemouth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Dover to Bournemouth for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Dover to Bournemouth 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 Dover to Bournemouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Dover to Bournemouth:
  • 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 Dover to Bournemouth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Dover to Bournemouth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Dover to Bournemouth with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Dover to Bournemouth with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Dover to Bournemouth with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Dover and Bournemouth

Dover
Bournemouth
The major coach station for departures in Dover is Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre) for your trip from Dover to Bournemouth.
Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
information

More options for your journey from Dover to Bournemouth

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone