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Dorchester to Derby Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Dorchester to Derby? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 25.180, with average prices for this route around BHD 25.180.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:02 5 hours 27 minutes, Changes required Dorchester South	11:29 Derby	Find Tickets
06:51 4 hours 45 minutes, Changes required Dorchester West	11:36 Derby	Find Tickets
07:02 5 hours 26 minutes, Changes required Dorchester South	12:28 Derby	Find Tickets
07:46 4 hours 46 minutes, Changes required Dorchester West	12:32 Derby	Find Tickets
07:46 4 hours 56 minutes, Changes required Dorchester West	12:42 Derby	Find Tickets
08:05 5 hours 24 minutes, Changes required Dorchester South	13:29 Paris	Find Tickets

Dorchester to Derby Train Route Details

First train

06:02

Last train

23:21

Departure station

Dorchester

Arrival station

Derby

Journey time

4 hours 45 minutes

Distance

255 km

Price

BHD 25.180*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Dorchester to Derby

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Dorchester to Derby. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Dorchester to Derby 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 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 Dorchester to Derby, 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 Dorchester to Derby 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Dorchester to Derby train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Dorchester to Derby Train prices and times

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