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Trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Harpenden (HPD)

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17

train journeys
per day

118

miles (190 kms)

4hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

06:29 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Harpenden (HPD)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Dorchester South and Harpenden , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dorchester South to Harpenden is approximately 118 miles (190 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 31 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester South and Harpenden.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dorchester South to Harpenden. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Dorchester South to Harpenden Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:29
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    07:32
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    08:33
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:31
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    09:33
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:31
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    10:33
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:31
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    11:33
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:31
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    12:33
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:31
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    13:33
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:31
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    14:33
    5 hrs 2 changes
    19:33
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    15:33
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    20:31
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    16:33
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    21:31
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    17:33
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    22:31
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    18:33
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    23:47
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    19:33
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    00:44
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    20:22
    6 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    02:24
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    21:12
    6 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    03:24
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    22:22
    11 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Dorchester South
    Harpenden
    Dorchester South to Harpenden

About Dorchester South Station

Station name Dorchester South (DCH)
Address Dorchester South station, Station Approach, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 18:15
Saturday 06:45 - 17:00
Sunday 08:45 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Harpenden Station

Station name Harpenden (HPD)
Address Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SP
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dorchester South and Harpenden

The travel time between Dorchester South and Harpenden by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dorchester South and Harpenden vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:29, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Dorchester South and Harpenden can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Dorchester South & Harpenden. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester South and Harpenden.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Dorchester South and Harpenden, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.