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Christchurch to Dorchester West Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Christchurch to Dorchester West? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 289 871 IDR, with average prices for this route around 289 871 IDR.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:05 1 год 19 хв, Changes required Christchurch	00:24 +1 Dorchester West		Find Tickets

Christchurch to Dorchester West Train Route Details

First train

00:14

Last train

23:05

Departure station

Christchurch

Arrival station

Dorchester West

Journey time

1 год 6 хв

Distance

47 km

Price

289 871 IDR*

Train operators

South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Christchurch to Dorchester West

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Christchurch to Dorchester West during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Christchurch 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 traveling from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Dorchester West ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Christchurch to Dorchester West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Christchurch 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:

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Christchurch to Dorchester West Train prices and times

Christchurch to Dorchester West Train Route Details