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Bournemouth to Dorchester train with South Western Railway

Sat, Feb 15
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Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Dorchester

Showing times and prices for Feb 15

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Dorchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
South Western RailwayY19589South Western RailwayY19589
06:11AM0h46
Bournemouth station (BMH)
06:57AMDorchester South (DCH)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
South Western RailwayY19584South Western RailwayY19584
07:11AM0h46
Bournemouth station (BMH)
07:57AMDorchester South (DCH)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
South Western RailwayQ26184South Western RailwayQ26184
08:44AM0h44
Bournemouth station (BMH)
09:28AMDorchester South (DCH)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
South Western RailwayQ26186South Western RailwayQ26186
07:49AM0h43
Bournemouth station (BMH)
08:32AMDorchester South (DCH)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
South Western RailwayY19565South Western RailwayY19565
06:44AM0h46
Bournemouth station (BMH)
07:30AMDorchester South (DCH)
$231One-way
0 transfers

Bournemouth to Dorchester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, February 15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
South Western Railway
Y19589
South Western RailwayY19589
06:11AM Bournemouth station (BMH)0h46 06:57AM Dorchester South (DCH)0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway
Y19565
South Western RailwayY19565
06:44AM Bournemouth station (BMH)0h46 07:30AM Dorchester South (DCH)0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway
Y19584
South Western RailwayY19584
07:11AM Bournemouth station (BMH)0h46 07:57AM Dorchester South (DCH)0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway
Q26186
South Western RailwayQ26186
07:49AM Bournemouth station (BMH)0h43 08:32AM Dorchester South (DCH)0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway
Y19579
South Western RailwayY19579
08:18AM Bournemouth station (BMH)0h46 09:04AM Dorchester South (DCH)0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway
Q26184
South Western RailwayQ26184
08:44AM Bournemouth station (BMH)0h44 09:28AM Dorchester South (DCH)0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Bournemouth to Dorchester

Showing times and prices for Feb 15

Fastest Journey

43 m

Average

45 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

39 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Bournemouth for Dorchester every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
South Western RailwayQ26186South Western RailwayQ26186
07:49AM0h43
Bournemouth station (BMH)
08:32AMDorchester South (DCH)
$231One-way
0 transfers
South Western RailwayQ26184South Western RailwayQ26184
08:44AM0h44
Bournemouth station (BMH)
09:28AMDorchester South (DCH)
$231One-way
0 transfers
South Western RailwayY19589South Western RailwayY19589
06:11AM0h46
Bournemouth station (BMH)
06:57AMDorchester South (DCH)
$231One-way
0 transfers
South Western RailwayY19584South Western RailwayY19584
07:11AM0h46
Bournemouth station (BMH)
07:57AMDorchester South (DCH)
$231One-way
0 transfers
South Western RailwayY19565South Western RailwayY19565
06:44AM0h46
Bournemouth station (BMH)
07:30AMDorchester South (DCH)
$231One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Dorchester

Trains from Bournemouth to Dorchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€9) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€7)
Distance
23 miles (38 km)
Average train duration
45m
Cheapest ticket price
$10 (€9)
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
7
Train providers
1
Fastest train
40m
First train
05:00
Last train
23:41
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€7)

Train providers: South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Dorchester trains

Buy your official South Western Railway train tickets from Bournemouth to Dorchester from $10 (€9) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular journey.

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Bournemouth to Dorchester train information with South Western Railway:

  • Average Duration: 39 min
  • Cheapest Price: $10

FAQs: Trains from Bournemouth to Dorchester

FAQs: Travel by train from Bournemouth to Dorchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bournemouth to Dorchester.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Dorchester can start from as little as $14 (€13) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bournemouth to Dorchester is $19 (€17); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Bournemouth to Dorchester is on average 39 min   for the 24 mile (38 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Dorchester from Bournemouth by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bournemouth to Dorchester leaves at 5: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Bournemouth to Dorchester leaves at 11: 39 PM.
There are 7 trains a day from Bournemouth to Dorchester which require at least one change with South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Bournemouth to Dorchester train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with South Western Railway. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Bournemouth to Dorchester to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 39 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bournemouth, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Dorchester South, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Dorchester from Bournemouth is worth doing with a journey time of 39 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bournemouth to Dorchester is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Bournemouth to Dorchester including taking a bus or train.

Popular train stations from Bournemouth to Dorchester

Bournemouth
Dorchester
The major train station for departures in Bournemouth is Pokesdown. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pokesdown for your trip from Bournemouth to Dorchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Public transit options for Pokesdown
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • 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: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for Bournemouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
The major train station for arrivals in Dorchester is Dorchester South. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dorchester South for your journey to Dorchester from Bournemouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 18:15 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: In the booking hall. Area is heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Public transit options for Dorchester South
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Weymouth Avenue

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