Dorchester to Birmingham International by train
| First train | 06:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:22 | |
| Departure station | Dorchester | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham International | |
| Journey time | From 4h 1m | |
| Distance | 124 miles (200 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Southern |
Travelling from Dorchester to Birmingham International by train
Looking to travel from Dorchester to Birmingham International by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 8 minutes to travel from Dorchester to Birmingham International by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 1 minute though. You'll usually find 32 trains per day running along the 124 miles (200 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Birmingham International, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway to get to Birmingham International. 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 Dorchester to Birmingham International 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!
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Cheap train tickets from Dorchester to Birmingham International
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Dorchester to Birmingham International is right for you.
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