The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Dorchester
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Dorchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Dorchester will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from Bath to Dorchester without transferring at least once.
L16802+
P61437
P30123+
P61443
P30107+
P61418
L16800+
P61429
P30107+
P61418
L16802+
P61437
L16800+
P61429
P30123+
P61443Live departures
Bath to Dorchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Dorchester trains for tomorrow, Sunday, January 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P30107+ P61418 | On time 9:36 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h47 | 1:23 PM Dorchester South (DCH) | 1 transfer | |
L16800+ P61429 | On time 10:35 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h48 | 2:23 PM Dorchester South (DCH) | 1 transfer | |
L16802+ P61437 | On time 11:35 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h48 | 3:23 PM Dorchester South (DCH) | 1 transfer | |
P30123+ P61443 | On time 12:33 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h50 | 4:23 PM Dorchester South (DCH) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Dorchester
Trains from Bath to Dorchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 21:41 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Bath to Dorchester trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Bath and Dorchester from $23 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bath to Dorchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Dorchester by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dorchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bath to Dorchester
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.”- This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms. Access between platforms is via a stepped footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 18:15 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 Station. Some step-free access to all platforms - please check details - Ramp to Platform 1 at approx 1:14 gradient (to London) via Booking Hall, or level via car park (1 step via side gate next to Booking Hall when closed). Ramp at approx 1:20 to Platform 2 (to Weymouth) from separate entrance. Interchange via street over 1km so no reasonable step-free access between platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. Separate Male toilet facilities. Female and Accessible toilet is combined. Accessible toilets are located in the booking hall on platform 1. The toilets are open: Monday to Friday – 05:50 to 18:15 Saturday – 06:45 to 17:00 Sunday – 08:30 to 16:00
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: In the booking hall. Area is heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Weymouth Avenue
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