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Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester by train

First train

06:18

Last train

20:43

Departure station

Liverpool South Parkway

Arrival station

Dorchester

Journey time

From 5h 36m

Distance

184 miles (296 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast

How to travel from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester? Look no further.

You'll usually find 10 trains per day running between Liverpool South Parkway and Dorchester, which usually take 7 hours 33 minutes to complete the 184 miles (296 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Dorchester by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Dorchester? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester take?

The average journey time by train between Liverpool South Parkway and Dorchester is 7 hours and 33 minutes, with around 10 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.

What's the fastest journey time between Liverpool South Parkway and Dorchester by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester is 5 hours and 36 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester?

No, there are no direct train services from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester. Travelling from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester leave?

The first train from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester leaves at 06:18. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester leave?

The last train from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester leaves at 20:43. 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.

What's the distance between Liverpool South Parkway and Dorchester by train?

Trains travelling from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester cover a distance of around 184 miles (296 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Liverpool South Parkway to Dorchester

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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