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What is the best way to travel from Brighton to Dorchester?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Dorchester from Brighton. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 6m
£36
£37
4
Train
3h 42m
£36
£36
2

What is the cheapest way to reach Dorchester from Brighton?

You can get to Dorchester with just £36 by taking a Train from Southern, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £36
tomorrow
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from £38
Saturday
Sunday
from £36

    Cheapest Trains today

  • Southern
    3h 42m
    0
    05:13
    Brighton
    Central Station
    08:55
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £36
  • Southern
    3h 46m
    0
    05:43
    Brighton
    Central Station
    09:29
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £36
  • Cheapest Buses today

  • National Express
    8h 55m
    0
    11:05
    Brighton
    Pool Valley Coach Station
    20:00
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 48m
    0
    11:12
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    20:00
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 45m
    0
    11:15
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    20:00
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 41m
    0
    11:19
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    20:00
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    11:15
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    8h 13m
    0
    11:12
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    8h 6m
    0
    11:19
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    11:05
    Brighton
    Pool Valley Coach Station
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 13m
    0
    11:12
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    11:15
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36

What are the fastest trips from Brighton to Dorchester?

You can get to Dorchester from Brighton in just 3h 42m with a Train from Southern. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 3h 42m
tomorrow
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 8h 6m
Saturday
Sunday
from 8h 10m

    Fastest Trains today

  • Southern
    3h 42m
    0
    05:13
    Brighton
    Central Station
    08:55
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £36
  • Southern
    3h 46m
    0
    05:43
    Brighton
    Central Station
    09:29
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £36
  • Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
    8h 41m
    0
    11:19
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    20:00
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 45m
    0
    11:15
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    20:00
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 48m
    0
    11:12
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    20:00
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 55m
    0
    11:05
    Brighton
    Pool Valley Coach Station
    20:00
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    8h 6m
    0
    11:19
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    11:15
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    8h 13m
    0
    11:12
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    11:15
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 13m
    0
    11:12
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    11:05
    Brighton
    Pool Valley Coach Station
    19:25
    Dorchester
    South Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Brighton to Dorchester

What are the most popular stations in Brighton and Dorchester?

In Brighton, you will usually depart from Moulsecoomb Train Station, Pier or York Place, while in Dorchester you will be arriving at South Station, Dorchester West Train Station or Maiden Newton Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Dorchester from Brighton? With 4 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Brighton and Dorchester, you can pay as low as £36 with a Train from Southern.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Southern: you will get to Dorchester in just 3h 42m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Brighton and Dorchester are National Express and Southern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Brighton and Dorchester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Hove or to Weymouth, and look at flights from London Gatwick Airport, and landing at Bournemouth Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Brighton to Dorchester?

The most popular companies between Brighton and Dorchester, are National Express and Southern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Southern

All you need to know when you travel from Brighton to Dorchester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Brighton to Dorchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Brighton to Dorchester

How can I reach Dorchester from Brighton?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Dorchester from Brighton.

How far is Dorchester from Brighton?

The distance between Brighton and Dorchester is 162.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Brighton and Dorchester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 28 kgs, and a flight 40 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Brighton to Dorchester?

You can get to Dorchester with just £36 by taking a Train from Southern.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Dorchester?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Dorchester in just 3h 42m with a Train from Southern.

More routes to Brighton and to Dorchester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Brighton and to Dorchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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