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Trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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32

train journeys
per day

25

miles (40 kms)

39 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 00:03

first / last train

32

direct trains

1

operators run

1

route

Trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Bournemouth (BMH)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Dorchester South and Bournemouth , with 32 of them being direct trains.

The distance by rail from Dorchester South to Bournemouth is approximately 25 miles (40 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 42 mins.

South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester South and Bournemouth.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dorchester South to Bournemouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 39 mins.

Journeys from Dorchester South to Bournemouth Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    45 mins Direct
    06:37
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    06:29
    48 mins Direct
    07:17
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    06:50
    47 mins Direct
    07:37
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    07:32
    45 mins Direct
    08:17
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    39 mins Direct
    08:37
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    08:33
    44 mins Direct
    09:17
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    40 mins Direct
    09:38
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    09:33
    44 mins Direct
    10:17
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    09:56
    41 mins Direct
    10:37
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    10:33
    44 mins Direct
    11:17
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    10:57
    40 mins Direct
    11:37
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    11:33
    44 mins Direct
    12:17
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    11:57
    40 mins Direct
    12:37
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    12:33
    44 mins Direct
    13:17
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    12:57
    40 mins Direct
    13:37
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    13:33
    44 mins Direct
    14:17
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    13:57
    40 mins Direct
    14:37
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    14:33
    44 mins Direct
    15:17
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    14:57
    40 mins Direct
    15:37
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth
  • Mon 6th May
    15:33
    44 mins Direct
    16:17
    Dorchester South
    Bournemouth
    Dorchester South to Bournemouth

About Dorchester South Station

Station name Dorchester South (DCH)
Address Dorchester South station, Station Approach, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 18:15
Saturday 06:45 - 17:00
Sunday 08:45 - 16:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
Address Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dorchester South and Bournemouth

The travel time between Dorchester South and Bournemouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dorchester South and Bournemouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 32 direct services per day from Dorchester South to Bournemouth

South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester South and Bournemouth.

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