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Derby to Dorchester Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Derby to Dorchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £48.50, with average prices for this route around £155.70.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
18:31 Derby | 22:50 Dorchester West |   | Find Tickets |
18:38 Derby | 00:13 +1Dorchester South |  | Find Tickets |
19:09 Derby | 00:13 +1Dorchester South |  | Find Tickets |
19:39 Derby | 09:23 +1Dorchester South | | Find Tickets |
20:33 Derby | 09:23 +1Dorchester South | | Find Tickets |
20:52 Derby | 10:23 +1Paris | | Find Tickets |
Derby to Dorchester Train Route Details
First train
04:47
Last train
20:52
Journey time
4h 19m
Distance
255 km
Price
£48.50*
How to book cheap train tickets from Derby to Dorchester
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Derby 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
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Derby 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Derby to Dorchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
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 Derby to Dorchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Derby to Dorchester train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Derby to Dorchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak 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.