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Dorchester South to Cardiff Queen Street Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Dorchester South to Cardiff Queen Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £27.50, with average prices for this route around £27.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:36 Dorchester South | 11:04 Cardiff Queen Street |   | Find Tickets |
08:33 Dorchester South | 13:00 Cardiff Queen Street |  | Find Tickets |
09:33 Dorchester South | 13:56 Cardiff Queen Street | | Find Tickets |
09:36 Dorchester South | 13:00 Cardiff Queen Street | | Find Tickets |
10:30 Dorchester South | 15:00 Cardiff Queen Street | | Find Tickets |
11:30 Dorchester South | 16:00 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Dorchester South to Cardiff Queen Street Train Route Details
First train
06:32
Last train
22:20
Journey time
3h 24m
Distance
101 km
Price
£27.50*
How to book cheap train tickets from Dorchester South to Cardiff Queen Street
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 South to Cardiff Queen Street. 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 South to Cardiff Queen Street 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
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Dorchester South to Cardiff Queen Street, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Dorchester South to Cardiff Queen Street ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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 South to Cardiff Queen Street train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Dorchester South to Cardiff Queen Street with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound 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
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.