How much does a train ticket from London to Dorchester cost?

The average train ticket price from London to Dorchester is $106. The best way to find train tickets from London to Dorchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from London to Dorchester?

A train trip between London and Dorchester is around 3h, although the fastest train will take about 2h 29m. This is the time it takes to travel the 114 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between London and Dorchester?

The number of trains from London to Dorchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 25. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from London to Dorchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Dorchester?

When taking the train from London to Dorchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway.

Train London to Dorchester from $28

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Dorchester on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:05pm	Barnes	3h 3m	6:08pm	Dorchester South	Cheapest
Train	4:12pm	Clapham Junction	2h 33m	6:45pm	Dorchester South	Fastest
Train	3:08pm	Queenstown Road	3h	6:08pm	Dorchester South	No tags
Train	3:08pm	Queenstown Road	3h	6:08pm	Dorchester South	No tags
Train	3:59pm	Queenstown Road	2h 46m	6:45pm	Dorchester South	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:53 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Dorchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Dorchester. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

115 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $52	Average Duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$25 - $323	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $18	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.4

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Dorchester by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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11/30

$58

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$64

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12/06

$100

The cheapest trip from London to Dorchester was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $58

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Dorchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $58 to $202 for a train ticket from London to Dorchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2025-12-06.