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Gatwick Airport to Dorchester West train prices and times
Planning a journey from Gatwick Airport to Dorchester West? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 45.23, with average prices for this route around AU$ 45.23. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
03:45 Gatwick Airport | 09:47 Dorchester West |   | Find Tickets |
06:28 Gatwick Airport | 10:47 Dorchester West |  | Find Tickets |
06:29 Gatwick Airport | 11:47 Dorchester West | | Find Tickets |
06:43 Gatwick Airport | 11:02 Dorchester West | | Find Tickets |
07:32 Gatwick Airport | 11:47 Dorchester West | | Find Tickets |
07:43 Gatwick Airport | 12:02 Paris |  | Find Tickets |
Gatwick Airport to Dorchester West train route details
First train
03:45
Last train
23:55
Journey time
4h 14m
Distance
168 km
Price
AU$ 45.23*
How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Dorchester West
Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Gatwick Airport to Dorchester West can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gatwick Airport to Dorchester West 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Gatwick Airport to Dorchester West, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
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 Gatwick Airport to Dorchester West ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
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 Gatwick Airport to Dorchester West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Gatwick Airport to Dorchester West 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:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train 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
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
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%.