Bus from Charminster (Dorset) to Dorchester (Dorset)
1 direct route · about 8 min · first bus 08:03, last bus 19:02 (weekdays).
Next buses to Dorchester (Dorset) as of 09:31
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Charminster, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR5 | South West Coaches | ~8 min | 6 | weekdays only | 08:03 | 19:02 | Church Gate (E-bound) | The Museum (Stop D) | Frome Whitfield |
Times are for the first boarding point in Charminster on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Fares from Charminster to Dorchester
- £2.00 adult single, £3.00 return on the CR5 (South West Coaches)
Between the stops in the table above. The operators' own published fares, from the Bus Open Data Service; check with the operator before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Charminster to Dorchester?
The CR5 (South West Coaches) runs directly from Charminster to Dorchester. Board at Church Gate (E-bound) and get off at The Museum (Stop D); the journey takes about 8 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Charminster to Dorchester?
Around 8 minutes on the CR5, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Frome Whitfield on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Charminster to Dorchester?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 08:03 and the last around 19:02. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Charminster to Dorchester?
An adult single from Charminster to Dorchester is £2.00 on the CR5 (South West Coaches), from Church Gate (E-bound) to The Museum (Stop D); an adult return is £3.00. Prices are the operators' own published fares on the Bus Open Data Service — check with the operator before you travel. Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.