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Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) by train

First train

18:46

Last train

18:46

Departure station

Stratford (London)

Arrival station

Wareham (Dorset)

Journey time

From 3h 3m

Distance

109 miles (175 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

Taking the train from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) in 3 hours 3 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset)? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 3 minutes to travel the 109 miles (175 km) from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 3 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes 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 CrossCountry to Wareham (Dorset). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Wareham (Dorset) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset)? 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 Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) take?

The average journey time by train between Stratford (London) and Wareham (Dorset) is 3 hours and 3 minutes, with around 1 train 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 Stratford (London) and Wareham (Dorset) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) is 3 hours and 3 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset)?

No, there are no direct train services from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset). Travelling from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) leave?

The first train from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) leaves at 18:46. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) leave?

The last train from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) leaves at 18:46. 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 Stratford (London) and Wareham (Dorset) by train?

Trains travelling from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset) cover a distance of around 109 miles (175 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Wareham (Dorset) to Stratford (London).

Cheap train tickets from Stratford (London) to Wareham (Dorset)

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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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