Dorchester to Reading by train

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Overview: trains from Dorchester to Reading

Find the key information for travelling by train from Dorchester to Reading, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:41 View journey
Last train 22:22 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 9m View journey
Distance (km) 132
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey US$63.50 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 34m
Train operators 6

Dorchester to Reading train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Dorchester to Reading by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Dorchester to Reading take around 2 hours and 9 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 132 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Dorchester is scheduled to depart at around  05:41. The last departure is usually at around 22:22 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Dorchester at around 05:52, with the last train leaving at around 22:10. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 28 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 33 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$63.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Reading, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Reading.

Is there a direct train from Dorchester to Reading?

The journey between Dorchester and Reading usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Dorchester to Reading every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Dorchester to Reading?

The Dorchester to Reading train travel takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Dorchester to Reading train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Reading leaving Dorchester at around 05:41 and the last train leaving at around 22:22 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Dorchester at around 05:52, with the final departure at 22:10.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.