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Compare bus, train, flight, and ferry for London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $266.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Ferry | Flight | Driving |
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$45 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $122 Average price | $426 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH):
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH) costing on average $45 (€36).
A bus is $98 (€80) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH) costing on average $122 (€98).
A bus is $403 (€326) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH) costing on average $426 (€345).
Other travel options to Dorchester South (DCH) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 54m.
Ferry takes on average 7h 45m.
Flight takes on average 8h 8m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€36) compared to roughly $46 (€37) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.83 (€0.67). The journey takes 3h 0m versus 2h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH) trains for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:03 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h01 | 11:04 AM Dorchester South (DCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:03 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h02 | 2:05 PM Dorchester South (DCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH) by bus, train, flight, or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH)
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:03, the last at 12:03. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 8:03 AM |
Last train 12:03 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: South Western Railway from London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Dorchester South (DCH) from $19 (€16). 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH) 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 South (DCH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from London Victoria (VIC) to Dorchester South (DCH)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
- 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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