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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frome to Dorchester
Showing times and prices for 19 Dec
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
57 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frome to Dorchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frome to Dorchester will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Frome for Dorchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
08:031h06
Frome09:09Dorchester
£151One-way
0 changes
08:031h06
Frome09:09Dorchester
£151One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frome to Dorchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Frome to Dorchester and enjoy the approximately 57 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 21:49.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 21:49 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Frome to Dorchester trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Frome and Dorchester. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£15
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Frome to Dorchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frome to Dorchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To explore Dorchester's key attractions like the Dorset County Museum, Maiden Castle, and the Tutankhamun Exhibition, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, there is a direct train between Frome and Dorchester. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail.
Booking trains from Frome to Dorchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Frome to Dorchester is 57 km.
The first train from Frome to Dorchester leaves at 5:36.
The train station in Frome that goes to Dorchester is Frome station (FRO), and it arrives at Dorchester West (DCW).
The last train from Frome to Dorchester departs at 21:49.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Frome to Dorchester.
Trains from Frome to Dorchester run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Frome to Dorchester.
There is no night train service from Frome to Dorchester.
To travel from Frome to Dorchester, you can take a train.
The train journey from Frome to Dorchester offers scenic views of the English countryside, with rolling hills, picturesque villages, and farmland, providing a pleasant and visually appealing travel experience.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frome and Dorchester
Frome
Dorchester
The major train station for departures in Frome is Frome. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frome for your trip from Frome to Dorchester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 12:00 Saturday 06:30 - 12:50 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform. 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Public transport options for Frome
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Dorchester is Dorchester West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dorchester West for your journey to Dorchester from Frome.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Dorchester West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 18:15 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: In the booking hall. Area is heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Dorchester South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Weymouth Avenue
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