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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Southampton Central | Dorchester South | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Southampton Central | Dorchester South | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Southampton Central | Dorchester South | No tags | ||||
| Train | Southampton Central | Dorchester South | No tags | ||||
| Train | Southampton Central | Dorchester South | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to Dorchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dorchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 R 243
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Southampton to Dorchester by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Southampton to Dorchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Dorchester start from R 243. The average price for this train route is around R 528. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Southampton to Dorchester?
The average train journey time from Southampton to Dorchester is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 76 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Southampton to Dorchester 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 Southampton to Dorchester?
The earliest train from Southampton to Dorchester departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 22:52.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Southampton to Dorchester was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 203To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Southampton to Dorchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 203 to R 680 for a train ticket from Southampton to Dorchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 203, which is on 2025-12-13.
