The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Dorchester
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- €26
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- €29
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 2 h 3 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 2 h 10 m
- Trains on Nov 04
- 2
- Distance
- 83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Dorchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Dorchester will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 trains from Bristol to Dorchester, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

4:03 PM 2h17 Bristol 6:20 PM Dorchester €26 1 One-way 0 transfers
12:03 PM 2h03 Bristol 2:06 PM Dorchester €32 1 One-way 0 transfers

12:03 PM 2h03 Bristol 2:06 PM Dorchester €32 1 One-way 0 transfers
4:03 PM 2h17 Bristol 6:20 PM Dorchester €26 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Dorchester
Trains from Bristol to Dorchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 9:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Bristol to Dorchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Dorchester trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:03 AM Bristol | 2h03 | 1:06 PM Dorchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:03 PM Bristol | 2h03 | 2:06 PM Dorchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:03 PM Bristol | 2h22 | 7:25 PM Dorchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bristol and Dorchester
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Dorchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Dorchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dorchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Dorchester
Most Bristol to Dorchester trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester South station pair, with some services arriving at Dorchester West. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Dorchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Which Dorchester station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Dorchester South from Dorchester city centre
Dorchester South train station facilities and services
Dorchester South has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dorchester South.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dorchester South.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dorchester South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dorchester South: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dorchester South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dorchester South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 Station. Some step-free access to all platforms - please check details - Ramp to Platform 1 at approx 1:14 gradient (to London) via Booking Hall, or level via car park (1 step via side gate next to Booking Hall when closed). Ramp at approx 1:20 to Platform 2 (to Weymouth) from separate entrance. Interchange via street over 1km so no reasonable step-free access between platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Dorchester West from Dorchester city centre
Dorchester West train station facilities and services
Dorchester West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dorchester West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dorchester West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dorchester West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dorchester West: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.”- This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms. Access between platforms is via a stepped footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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