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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dorchester to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dorchester to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dorchester to Bournemouth will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dorchester for Bournemouth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 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.
9:330h44Dorchester10:17Bournemouth£181One-way0 changes- 7:070h47Dorchester7:54Bournemouth£181One-way0 changes
- 9:330h44Dorchester10:17Bournemouth£181One-way0 changes
- 7:070h47Dorchester7:54Bournemouth£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Dorchester to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dorchester to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 39 km
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£16 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dorchester to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Dorchester to Bournemouth trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:33 Dorchester | 0h44 | 9:17 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:33 Dorchester | 0h44 | 10:17 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dorchester to Bournemouth
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Trains from Dorchester to Bournemouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 41m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Dorchester to Bournemouth trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Dorchester and Bournemouth from £6. 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 to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorchester to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dorchester and Bournemouth
Most Dorchester to Bournemouth trains use the Dorchester South to Bournemouth station pair, with some services arriving at Pokesdown. Use this guide to compare Dorchester and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dorchester station do trains to Bournemouth leave from?
Getting to Dorchester South from Dorchester city centre
Dorchester South train station facilities and services
Dorchester South has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dorchester South.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dorchester South.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dorchester South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dorchester South: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dorchester South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dorchester South: 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.
Which Bournemouth station do trains from Dorchester arrive at?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: 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.
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown train station facilities and services
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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