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Wigan North Western to Dorchester by train

First train

05:12

Last train

18:31

Departure station

Wigan North Western

Arrival station

Dorchester

Journey time

From 5h 55m

Distance

196 miles (315 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast

Travelling from Wigan North Western to Dorchester by train

Looking to travel from Wigan North Western to Dorchester by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 7 hours 52 minutes to travel from Wigan North Western to Dorchester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 55 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 196 miles (315 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Dorchester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or CrossCountry to get to Dorchester. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Wigan North Western to Dorchester in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Wigan North Western and Dorchester by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Wigan North Western to Dorchester is 5 hours and 55 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Wigan North Western to Dorchester?

No, there are no direct train services from Wigan North Western to Dorchester. Travelling from Wigan North Western to Dorchester by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Wigan North Western to Dorchester leave?

The first train from Wigan North Western to Dorchester leaves at 05:12. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Wigan North Western to Dorchester leave?

The last train from Wigan North Western to Dorchester leaves at 18:31. 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 Wigan North Western and Dorchester by train?

Trains travelling from Wigan North Western to Dorchester cover a distance of around 196 miles (315 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Dorchester to Wigan North Western.

Cheap train tickets from Wigan North Western 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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