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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 | Poole | Dorchester South | No tags | ||||
| Train | Poole | Dorchester South | No tags | ||||
| Train | Poole | Dorchester South | No tags | ||||
| Train | Poole | Dorchester South | No tags | ||||
| Train | Poole | Dorchester South | No tags |
Get from Poole to Dorchester
The journey takes about 34 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the wifi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $21
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Poole to Dorchester by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Poole to Dorchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Poole to Dorchester start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Poole to Dorchester?
The average train ride duration from Poole to Dorchester is 34m, covering a distance of 20 miles (32 km). The quickest train can get you there in 27m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators service the Poole to Dorchester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Poole to Dorchester?
The earliest train departs from Poole to Dorchester at 7:19am. And the latest train departs at 10:38pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Poole to Dorchester was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $20To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Poole to Dorchester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $20 to $32 for a train ticket from Poole to Dorchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-12-02.
