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Sherborne Museum
Local museum in Abbey Gatehouse covering Sherborne's schools, trades and everyday life through varied displays.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£57
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£61
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
2 h 25 m
Trains on 20 Oct
6
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Surbiton to Sherborne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Surbiton to Sherborne will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
To travel from Surbiton to Sherborne you need to make at least one change.
L78462 · L79315
L83022 · L79352
L83008 · L79342
L81599 · L79329
L78494 · L79920 · L79342
L81599 · L79329
L78462 · L79315
L78494 · L79920 · L79342
L78510 · L79926 · L79352
L83022 · L79352Take a train from Surbiton to Sherborne and enjoy the approximately 161 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:14.
Distance 161 km |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 22:14 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
The table below shows live departures for Surbiton to Sherborne trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L78462 · L79315 | 7:11 Surbiton station (SUR) | 2h23 | 9:34 Sherborne station (SHE) | 1 change | |
L81599 · L79329 | 8:14 Surbiton station (SUR) | 2h20 | 10:34 Sherborne station (SHE) | 1 change | |
L83008 · L79342 | 9:00 Surbiton station (SUR) | 2h34 | 11:34 Sherborne station (SHE) | 1 change | |
L78494 · L79920 · L79342 | 9:11 Surbiton station (SUR) | 2h23 | 11:34 Sherborne station (SHE) | 2 changes | |
L83022 · L79352 | 10:00 Surbiton station (SUR) | 2h34 | 12:34 Sherborne station (SHE) | 1 change | |
L78510 · L79926 · L79352 | 10:11 Surbiton station (SUR) | 2h23 | 12:34 Sherborne station (SHE) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Sherborne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sherborne trip today.
Local museum in Abbey Gatehouse covering Sherborne's schools, trades and everyday life through varied displays.
Exhibition spaces within the castle present paintings, furniture and family history in a refined historic setting.
Abbey displays and interpretation help visitors understand the building's history, architecture and notable monuments.
Main historic street lined with mellow stone buildings, independent shops and key town landmarks for an easy stroll.
Pleasant public gardens and riverside green space ideal for a short walk close to the abbey and town centre.
Lakeside and landscaped grounds around the castle provide a scenic walk with broad views and seasonal colour.
A Dorset apple cake made with local apples and spice. A much-loved county bake served in cafés and homes across the area.
Traditional hard ewe’s milk cheese from Dorset with a nutty, caramel flavour. A notable local product often served on cheeseboards.
A rich fruit cake linked to Dorset fairs and feast days, made with dried fruit, spice and often tea. A classic regional bake.
Stylish modern British restaurant in central Sherborne, known for seasonal local produce and a relaxed but polished dining room.
Relaxed café and bakery for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cakes, with a bright atmosphere and central location.
Traditional pub with a lively atmosphere, serving British favourites, local ales and hearty meals near the town centre.
Sherborne is moderate for England: pubs and cafes are fairly priced, but hotels and rail travel can be costlier than in larger nearby towns.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
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Sherborne Station -> Sherborne Abbey, Sherborne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Surbiton to Sherborne 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 Sherborne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Surbiton to Sherborne trains use the Surbiton to Sherborne station pair. Use this guide to compare Surbiton and Sherborne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Surbiton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Surbiton.
Wi-Fi is available at Surbiton.
Ticket office support is available at Surbiton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Surbiton: Parking, WC.
Available at Surbiton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surbiton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access from the main entrance to all platforms via lifts. There is no step-free access from the rear (South Bank) entrance, 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.
Sherborne is 1 km from Sherborne city centre. Public transport options include:
Sherborne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Sherborne.
Wi-Fi is available at Sherborne.
Ticket office support is available at Sherborne.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sherborne: Parking, WC.
Available at Sherborne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sherborne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to both Platforms via ramps up to 1:14 gradient. Interchange between platforms is via a footbridge or using the ramps at the end of the platforms and using the level crossing. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible taxis: Must be pre-bookeed, 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.
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