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Overview: Train from Dorchester to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Dorchester to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 08:10. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 8:10 |
Last train 8:10 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Frequently asked questions about your Dorchester to London Gatwick Airport trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dorchester to London Gatwick Airport.
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Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from Dorchester to London Gatwick Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Dorchester to London Gatwick Airport.
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from Dorchester to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Dorchester and London Gatwick Airport from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Southern
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Dorchester and London Gatwick Airport
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FAQs: Dorchester to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorchester to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dorchester and London Gatwick Airport
Most Dorchester to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Dorchester South to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Dorchester and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Dorchester West from Dorchester city centre
Dorchester West train station facilities and services
Dorchester West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dorchester West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dorchester West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dorchester West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dorchester West: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.”- This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms. Access between platforms is via a stepped footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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