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Birmingham to Dorchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Dorchester, starting from €45.35 and averaging €45.35. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 42 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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12:12
3 hours 54 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
16:06
Dorchester West
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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12:17
4 hours 49 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
17:06
Dorchester South
Avanti West CoastSouth Western Railway
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12:47
5 hours 4 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
17:51
Dorchester South
Avanti West CoastSouth Western Railway
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13:03
4 hours 3 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
17:06
Dorchester South
CrossCountrySouth Western Railway
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13:17
4 hours 51 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
18:08
Dorchester South
Avanti West CoastSouth Western Railway
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13:47
4 hours 58 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
18:45
Paris
Avanti West CoastSouth Western Railway
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Birmingham to Dorchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:30
Last train
Last train
23:11
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Dorchester
Journey time
Journey time
3 hours 42 minutes
Distance
Distance
201 km
Price
Price
€45.35*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Dorchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birmingham to Dorchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Dorchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Birmingham to Dorchester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Dorchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Birmingham to Dorchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Dorchester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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