Discover Dorchester to Birmingham by train

Planning a train adventure from Dorchester to Birmingham? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost for travel between Dorchester and Birmingham

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$142.00, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Dorchester to Birmingham train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Dorchester to Birmingham is at 05:46 and the last is at 23:22. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 05:47 and the last one is at 22:10. You can expect 23 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 36 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Dorchester to Birmingham

Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 32 minutes. The total distance travelled is 201 kilometres.

How far in advance Dorchester and Birmingham tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Dorchester and Birmingham are available 5 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Dorchester to Birmingham

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Birmingham city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Dorchester to Birmingham by train?

The distance between Dorchester and Birmingham is 201 kilometres.

What is the Dorchester to Birmingham train price?

The lowest price available on this route is US$142.00. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

How far in advance can I book my Dorchester to Birmingham train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 5 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Dorchester to Birmingham by train?

The fastest journey time is 3 hours and 32 minutes.