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Trains from Colchester Stations to Dorchester Stations

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35

train journeys
per day

165

miles (266 kms)

4hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Colchester Stations to Dorchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Stations and Dorchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Stations to Dorchester Stations is approximately 165 miles (266 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 3 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Dorchester Stations .

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Dorchester West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Stations to Dorchester Stations Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:12
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    10:08
    Colchester
    Dorchester West
    Colchester to Dorchester West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:35
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:31
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    10:49
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:43
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:14
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:49
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:45
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:02
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    12:07
    Colchester
    Dorchester West
    Colchester to Dorchester West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:09
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:49
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:34
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:04
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:13
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:00
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:12
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:12
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:00
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:04
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:12
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    16:49
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:00
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:12
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    17:50
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:00
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:12
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    18:48
    Colchester
    Dorchester South
    Colchester to Dorchester South

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
Address Castle Cary station, Station Wharf, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7PE
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 18:30
Saturday 07:30 - 16:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Dorchester Stations Station

Station name Dorchester Stations (64)
Address Dorchester West station, Damers Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Stations and Dorchester Stations

The travel time between Colchester Stations and Dorchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Stations and Dorchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester Stations and Dorchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester Stations & Dorchester Stations . owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Dorchester Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Colchester Stations and Dorchester Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.