The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dorchester South (DCH)
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU) to Dorchester South (DCH) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 3 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Dorchester South (DCH) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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 Southampton Central (SOU) to Dorchester South (DCH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dorchester South (DCH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 75 km
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£16 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Dorchester South (DCH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Dorchester South (DCH) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h36 | 06:58 Dorchester South (DCH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h24 | 10:49 Dorchester South (DCH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h13 | 11:04 Dorchester South (DCH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dorchester South (DCH)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dorchester South (DCH) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 05:22 |
Last train 21:52 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Southampton Central (SOU) to Dorchester South (DCH) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Dorchester South (DCH) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Dorchester South (DCH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU) and Dorchester South (DCH)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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 all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; 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
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- 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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