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The Lightbox
The Lightbox is Woking's leading museum and gallery, with local history displays, changing art exhibitions, and a strong programme for families and culture lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 02
$37
Average ticket price on Sep 02
$37
Fastest journey on Sep 02
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
1 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 02
6
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Woking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Woking will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
It's difficult to get from Brighton to Woking without transferring at least 2 times.
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L79581Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Woking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, while a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
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$46 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $46 (€37) compared to roughly $18 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-27.67 (€-22.41). The journey takes 1h 25m versus 1h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Woking trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W45602+ C82344+ L83878 | 7:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h45 | 9:11 AM Woking station (WOK) | 2 transfers | |
W45403+ C82349+ L79342 | 7:56 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h49 | 9:45 AM Woking station (WOK) | 2 transfers | |
G15127+ L79581+ W45478 | 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h50 | 9:59 AM Woking station (WOK) | 2 transfers | |
W45413+ C82354+ L83889 | 8:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h46 | 10:12 AM Woking station (WOK) | 2 transfers | |
G15128+ L83907+ W45424 | 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 2h05 | 10:44 AM Woking station (WOK) | 2 transfers | |
W45535+ C82358+ L79352 | 8:58 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h47 | 10:45 AM Woking station (WOK) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Brighton to Woking run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Pan-fried trout from Surrey waters, valued for the county's river fishing heritage. Often served simply to highlight fresh local produce.
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Refined modern British dining in an elegant setting at The Talbot. Known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
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Moderate for the South East of England. Hotels and rail travel can be pricey, but casual dining and everyday costs are similar to other commuter towns near London.
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Woking Railway Station -> Woking Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Woking by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Woking, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brighton to Woking trains use the Brighton to Woking station pair, with some services arriving at Worplesdon. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Woking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Woking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Woking.
Wi-Fi is available at Woking. ATMs are available at Woking.
Ticket office support is available at Woking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Woking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available outside both station entrances. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Worplesdon is 3 km from Woking city centre. Public transport options include:
Worplesdon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Worplesdon.
Ticket office support is available at Worplesdon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worplesdon: Parking, WC.
Available at Worplesdon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worplesdon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London) via side gate (kept locked when station staffed). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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