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Cardiff Central to Dorchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Dorchester, starting from AU$27.27 and averaging AU$27.27. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 6 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
06:57 3 hours 12 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	10:09 Dorchester West	Find Tickets
07:27 4 hours 24 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	11:51 Dorchester South	Find Tickets
09:00 3 hours 8 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	12:08 Dorchester West	Find Tickets
09:28 4 hours 23 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	13:51 Dorchester South	Find Tickets
11:00 3 hours 6 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	14:06 Dorchester West	Find Tickets
11:30 4 hours 21 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	15:51 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Dorchester Train Route Details

First train

06:57

Last train

22:17

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Dorchester

Journey time

3 hours 6 minutes

Distance

100 km

Price

AU$27.27*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Dorchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Dorchester can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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 Cardiff Central 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff Central to Dorchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central 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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Cardiff Central to Dorchester Train prices and times

Cardiff Central to Dorchester Train Route Details