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How to get from Christchurch to East Dorset by bus?

From Christchurch to East Dorset by bus

To get from Christchurch to East Dorset in South West, take the 1A bus from Sainsbury, Somerford station to Lansdowne station. Next, take the 13 bus from Lansdowne station to The Square, Wimborne Minster station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min.

114min
Bus - 1A1A
Bus - 1313
Walk to East Dorset
Leaves from Sainsbury, Somerford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Christchurch
  • 2
    Bus - 1A1A
    Wait for bus
    1A
    Bournemouth
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lansdowne
    ID boudmam
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lansdowne
    ID boudjwt
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1313
    Wait for bus
    13
    Wimborne Minster
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Square, Wimborne Minster
    ID dordaptw
    57 min
  • 7
    Walk to East Dorset
    Walk to
    East Dorset
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Christchurch to East Dorset by bus via 1A, M2 and 4

To get from Christchurch to East Dorset in South West, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 1A bus from Sainsbury, Somerford station to Bournemouth Square, Bournemouth station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the M2 bus and finally take the 4 bus from Bus Station, Poole station to The Square, Wimborne Minster station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min.

125min
Bus - 1A1A
Bus - M2M2
Bus - 44
Leaves from Sainsbury, Somerford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Christchurch
  • 2
    Bus - 1A1A
    Wait for bus
    1A
    Bournemouth
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bournemouth Square, Bournemouth
    ID boudapt
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bournemouth Square, Bournemouth
    ID boudawj
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M2M2
    Wait for bus
    M2
    Poole
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Poole
    ID pleapwt
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Poole
    ID pleatda
    30 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Wimborne Minster
  • 9
    Ride to bus station The Square, Wimborne Minster
    Ride to bus station
    The Square, Wimborne Minster
    ID dordmptd
    39 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Christchurch to East Dorset

The distance between Christchurch, South West and East Dorset, South West is approximately 31.04 km, which can typically be travelled in 114 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Christchurch to East Dorset by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Christchurch

Christchurch is located at Christchurch, South West and the nearest public transport station is Sainsbury, Somerford.

Bus stations close to Christchurch:

  • Sainsbury, Somerford
  • Meteor Shopping Park, Somerford
  • Trade Park, Somerford

Public transport stations close to East Dorset, South West

East Dorset is located at East Dorset, South West and the nearest public transport station is The Square, Wimborne Minster.

Bus stations close to East Dorset:

  • The Square, Wimborne Minster
  • Police Station, Wimborne Minster
  • Julian's Bridge, Wimborne Minster

Alternative route from Christchurch to East Dorset by bus via 1A, M2 and 4

To get from Christchurch to East Dorset in South West, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 1A bus from Sainsbury, Somerford station to Bournemouth Square, Bournemouth station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the M2 bus and finally take the 4 bus from Bus Station, Poole station to The Square, Wimborne Minster station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min.

125min
Bus - 1A1A
Bus - M2M2
Bus - 44
Leaves from Sainsbury, Somerford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Christchurch
  • 2
    Bus - 1A1A
    Wait for bus
    1A
    Bournemouth
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bournemouth Square, Bournemouth
    ID boudapt
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bournemouth Square, Bournemouth
    ID boudawj
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M2M2
    Wait for bus
    M2
    Poole
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Poole
    ID pleapwt
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Poole
    ID pleatda
    30 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Wimborne Minster
  • 9
    Ride to bus station The Square, Wimborne Minster
    Ride to bus station
    The Square, Wimborne Minster
    ID dordmptd
    39 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch to East Dorset?

    The fastest way takes 114 minutes, using Bus line 1A, Bus line 13.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Christchurch to East Dorset?

    The alternative route takes 125 minutes, using Bus line 1A, Bus line M2, Bus line 4.

  • Is there a direct bus between Christchurch and East Dorset in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Christchurch to East Dorset in South West?

    The 1A bus line goes from Bournemouth station near Christchurch to Lansdowne station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Lansdowne station near East Dorset in South West

  • How long does it take to travel from Christchurch to East Dorset in South West by bus?

    The total travel time between Christchurch and East Dorset in South West by bus is about 1 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Christchurch to get to East Dorset in South West?

    Get on the 1A bus from the Bournemouth stop near Christchurch in South West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Christchurch and East Dorset in South West?

    Get off the bus at the Lansdowne stop, which is closest to East Dorset in South West.