It takes an average of 2h 27m to travel from Swanwick to Dorchester South by train, over a distance of around 52 miles (84 km). There are normally 31 trains per day travelling from Swanwick to Dorchester South and tickets for this journey start from £11.90 when you book in advance.
First train | 04:46 | |
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Last train | 22:18 | |
Departure station | Swanwick | |
Arrival station | Dorchester South | |
Journey time | From 1h 39m | |
Distance | 52 miles (84 km) | |
Frequency | 31 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £11.90 | |
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Thinking about taking the train from Swanwick to Dorchester South? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 27 minutes to travel the 52 miles (84 km) from Swanwick to Dorchester South by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 39 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 31 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southern to Dorchester South. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Swanwick to Dorchester South in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £11.90. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
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The average journey time by train between Swanwick and Dorchester South is 2 hours and 27 minutes, with around 31 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Swanwick to Dorchester South is 1 hour and 39 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Swanwick to Dorchester South can start from as little as £11.90 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Swanwick to Dorchester South. Travelling from Swanwick to Dorchester South by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Swanwick to Dorchester South leaves at 04:46. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Swanwick to Dorchester South leaves at 22:18. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Swanwick to Dorchester South cover a distance of around 52 miles (84 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Dorchester South to Swanwick.
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