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It takes an average of 7h 40m to travel from Dorchester to Chester by train, over a distance of around 173 miles (278 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Dorchester to Chester and tickets for this journey start from £76.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:22 | |
| Departure station | Dorchester | |
| Arrival station | Chester | |
| Journey time | From 5h 19m | |
| Distance | 173 miles (278 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £76.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Dorchester to Chester in 5 hours 19 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Dorchester to Chester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 40 minutes to travel the 173 miles (278 km) from Dorchester to Chester by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 19 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 19 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Chester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Dorchester to Chester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £76.70. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Chester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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The price of train tickets from Dorchester to Chester starts at £76.70 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.