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Birmingham to Dorchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Dorchester, starting from $52.73 and averaging $52.73. 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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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:30 5 hours 21 minutes, Changes required Birmingham New Street	10:51 Dorchester South	Find Tickets
05:36 4 hours 33 minutes, Changes required Birmingham New Street	10:09 Dorchester West	Find Tickets
06:03 4 hours 10 minutes, Changes required Birmingham New Street	10:13 Dorchester South	Find Tickets
06:06 5 hours, Changes required Birmingham New Street	11:06 Dorchester South	Find Tickets
06:28 6 hours 23 minutes, Changes required Birmingham New Street	12:51 Dorchester South	Find Tickets
06:47 5 hours 4 minutes, Changes required Birmingham New Street	11:51 Paris	Find Tickets

Birmingham to Dorchester Train Route Details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Dorchester

Journey time

3 hours 42 minutes

Distance

201 km

Price

$52.73*

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

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham to Dorchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birmingham to Dorchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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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Birmingham to Dorchester Train prices and times

Birmingham to Dorchester Train Route Details