The cheapest and fastest trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ)
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 4 trains that leave Dorchester South (DCH) for Clapham Junction (CLJ) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








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Compare train and coach for Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 179 km
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£31 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:13 Dorchester South (DCH) | 2h38 | 10:51 Clapham Junction (CLJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:33 Dorchester South (DCH) | 2h38 | 11:11 Clapham Junction (CLJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:33 Dorchester South (DCH) | 2h38 | 18:11 Clapham Junction (CLJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:33 Dorchester South (DCH) | 2h43 | 20:16 Clapham Junction (CLJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ)
Trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:33, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 07:33 |
Last train 20:10 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Dorchester South (DCH) and Clapham Junction (CLJ) from £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: Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorchester South (DCH) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) 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 Clapham Junction (CLJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Dorchester South (DCH) and Clapham Junction (CLJ)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline. The National key toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline; 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
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are on platforms 1, 9/10 and 13/14
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Brighton Yard side of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through services: Grant Road Bus Stop A All arrivals (except via Wandsworth Town): St Johns Hill Bus Stop C Arrivals via Wandsworth Town: Grant Road Bus Stop R
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