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Outbound fromDorchester South to London Waterloo by train
It takes an average of 3h 12m to travel from Dorchester South to London Waterloo by train, over a distance of around 115 miles (185 km). There are normally 71 trains per day travelling from Dorchester South to London Waterloo and tickets for this journey start from £15.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:12 | |
| Departure station | Dorchester South | |
| Arrival station | London Waterloo | |
| Journey time | From 2h 33m | |
| Distance | 115 miles (185 km) | |
| Frequency | 71 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £15.60 | |
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Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterloo in 2 hours 33 minutes
If you want to travel from Dorchester South to London Waterloo by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Dorchester South to London Waterloo by train to take around 3 hours 12 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 71 trains per day running on this route, which spans 115 miles (185 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to London Waterloo. You can travel with South Western Railway trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Dorchester South to London Waterloo start from £15.60 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Dorchester South to London Waterloo
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Dorchester South to London Waterloo is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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