How much does a train ticket cost from Dorchester to Poole?

The cheapest train tickets from Dorchester to Poole start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Dorchester to Poole?

The average train journey time from Dorchester to Poole is 33m, covering a distance of 20 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 27m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Dorchester to Poole route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dorchester to Poole?

The earliest train from Dorchester to Poole departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 22:20.

Train Dorchester to Poole from £15

Next train departures

Next departures from Dorchester to Poole on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:59	Dorchester South	31m	08:30	Poole	Cheapest
Train	07:59	Dorchester South	31m	08:30	Poole	Fastest
Train	09:00	Dorchester South	31m	09:31	Poole	No tags
Train	09:00	Dorchester South	31m	09:31	Poole	No tags
Train	10:00	Dorchester South	31m	10:31	Poole	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 09:17 GMT.

Get from Dorchester to Poole

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

33mAverage duration

20 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.4

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the Wi-Fi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £16

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dorchester to Poole by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Dorchester to Poole?
The cheapest train tickets from Dorchester to Poole start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dorchester to Poole?
The average train journey time from Dorchester to Poole is 33m, covering a distance of 20 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 27m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Dorchester to Poole route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dorchester to Poole?
The earliest train from Dorchester to Poole departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 22:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£16

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£15

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£15

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£16

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£15

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The cheapest trip from Dorchester to Poole was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dorchester to Poole as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £15 to £25 for a train ticket from Dorchester to Poole based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-16.