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Dorchester to Penzance trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Dorchester and Penzance takes 6h 39m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Dorchester to Penzance. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 39m
Duration
220 mi
Distance
£132
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Castle Cary

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  1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Castle Carytrain train
  2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain train
6h 26m
£96–187

Dorchester to Penzance train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Dorchester and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dorchester is at 9:41 PM which arrives into Penzance at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Castle Cary and take an average of 6h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 220.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Penzance, England?

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Penzance via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 26m.

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