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Dorchester to Poole train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Dorchester to Poole, starting from £10.00 and averaging £10.50. The entire journey takes no more than 31m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
- Sun, Apr 20From £10.00
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- Tue, Apr 22From £10.00
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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12:00 Dorchester South | 12:31 Poole | 31m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:00 Dorchester South | 13:31 Poole | 31m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
14:00 Dorchester South | 14:31 Poole | 31m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:00 Dorchester South | 15:31 Poole | 31m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:00 Dorchester South | 16:31 Poole | 31m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:00 Dorchester South | 17:31 Paris | 31m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Dorchester to Poole train route details

First train
08:00

Last train
23:10

Journey time
31m

Distance
20 miles

Price
£10.00*
How to book cheap train tickets from Dorchester to Poole

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Dorchester to Poole 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Dorchester to Poole 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 to save an average extra 30%
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 Dorchester to Poole, 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%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Dorchester to Poole more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Dorchester to Poole train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Dorchester to Poole with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.