The average bus between Axminster and Dorset takes 6h 2m and the fastest bus takes 2h 44m. The bus service runs several times per day from Axminster to Dorset. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Axminster and Dorset. The earliest departure is at 8:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Axminster is at 7:18 PM which arrives into Dorset at 11:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Bus Station and take an average of 6h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Axminster to Dorset? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Axminster station and arriving at Dorset station via Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.
Axminster to Dorset bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.
Axminster to Dorset bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at South Station.
The distance between Axminster and Dorset is 46.9 km. The road distance is 60 km.
You can take a bus from Trinity Square to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station and South Station in around 3h 18m.