The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH)
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
3 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH) will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Dorchester South (DCH) 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 166 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 54 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 166 km
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£60 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH) trains for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:09 Gatwick Airport | 3h59 | 22:08 Dorchester South (DCH) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:09 Gatwick Airport | 3h59 | 23:08 Dorchester South (DCH) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:39 Gatwick Airport | 4h29 | 00:08 Dorchester South (DCH) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 23:09 Gatwick Airport | 8h49 | 07:58 Dorchester South (DCH) | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
![]() | 07:55 London Gatwick Airport | 3h54 | 11:49 Dorchester South (DCH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH) run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:55, the last at 10:39. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 07:55 |
Last train 10:39 |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway from London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH) trainsSouthern, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Dorchester South (DCH) 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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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Dorchester South (DCH) 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 South (DCH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Dorchester South (DCH)
- 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
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