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Acton to Dorchester Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Acton to Dorchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €23.20, with average prices for this route around €23.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:35 South Acton | 10:13 Dorchester South | London Overground | Find Tickets |
06:41 Acton Main Line | 10:13 Dorchester South | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
06:45 Acton Main Line | 10:13 Dorchester South | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
06:55 Acton Main Line | 10:13 Dorchester South | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
07:21 South Acton | 10:51 Dorchester South | London Overground | Find Tickets |
07:40 Acton Main Line | 11:06 Paris | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
Acton to Dorchester Train Route Details
First train
00:05
Last train
23:56
Journey time
3h 11m
Distance
176 km
Price
€23.20*
How to book cheap train tickets from Acton to Dorchester
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Acton to Dorchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Acton to Dorchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Acton to Dorchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Acton to Dorchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Acton to Dorchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Acton to Dorchester train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.