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Trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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10

train journeys
per day

68

miles (109 kms)

3hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

07:36 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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On a typical weekday there are 10 scheduled rail journeys between Dorchester South and Risca & Pontymister , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister is approximately 68 miles (109 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 43 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester South and Risca & Pontymister.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister Today

  • Mon 6th May
    07:36
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    Dorchester South
    Risca & Pontymister
    Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    09:34
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    13:00
    Dorchester South
    Risca & Pontymister
    Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    11:33
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    15:00
    Dorchester South
    Risca & Pontymister
    Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    13:32
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    17:00
    Dorchester South
    Risca & Pontymister
    Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    13:33
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Dorchester South
    Risca & Pontymister
    Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    15:34
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    19:00
    Dorchester South
    Risca & Pontymister
    Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    16:33
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    21:27
    Dorchester South
    Risca & Pontymister
    Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    17:33
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Dorchester South
    Risca & Pontymister
    Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    18:33
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    23:35
    Dorchester South
    Risca & Pontymister
    Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    22:22
    10 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    09:00
    Dorchester South
    Risca & Pontymister
    Dorchester South to Risca & Pontymister

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 Risca & Pontymister Station

Station name Risca & Pontymister (RCA)
Address Risca & Pontymister station, Station Approach, off Park Road, Risca, Caerphilly County, NP11 6BB
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dorchester South and Risca & Pontymister

The travel time between Dorchester South and Risca & Pontymister by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dorchester South and Risca & Pontymister vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 10 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:36, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Dorchester South and Risca & Pontymister 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 & Risca & Pontymister. owever, there are 10 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester South and Risca & Pontymister.

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