- Must visit
The Roman Baths
Bath’s best-known heritage site, preserving the ancient Roman bathing complex and temple at the city’s hot springs. A core stop for understanding the city’s history.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dorking to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$55 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dorking to Bath:
A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dorking to Bath costing on average $55 (€45).
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 0m.
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Trains from Dorking to Bath run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 10:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Bath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bath trip today.
Bath’s best-known heritage site, preserving the ancient Roman bathing complex and temple at the city’s hot springs. A core stop for understanding the city’s history.
A restored Georgian townhouse museum showing how affluent residents lived in 18th-century Bath. Strong choice for architecture and period interiors.
The city’s public art gallery with historic and modern works, temporary exhibitions, and a central riverside location near Pulteney Bridge.
A grand Georgian boulevard linking the centre with the Holburne Museum. It is one of Bath’s most elegant walking routes and a favourite for photography.
Riverside gardens in the city centre with flower displays and postcard views toward Pulteney Bridge. Popular for relaxed breaks and scenic photos.
A large park beside the Royal Crescent with lawns, walks, and broad views. It is one of Bath’s most useful open spaces for a break from sightseeing.
A rich, sweet yeast bun studded with currants and topped with crushed sugar. It is one of Bath’s best-known historic baked specialties.
Bath’s famous large, light brioche-like bun, traditionally served sweet with cinnamon butter or preserves, or savoury with toppings. It is strongly associated with the city.
A dry, crisp biscuit created in Bath and traditionally eaten with cheese or wine. It is a classic local specialty with Georgian roots.
Bath’s best-known fine dining restaurant, offering tasting menus and polished modern British cuisine in an upscale hotel setting.
Long-established independent restaurant offering modern European cooking in an elegant Georgian dining room. Good for a refined but relaxed meal.
Popular seafood restaurant known for fish and chips, oysters, and a lively but polished atmosphere. A strong choice for classic British seafood in Bath.
Bath is pricier than many UK cities, especially for hotels and dining, though pubs, chains and lunch deals can help keep daily costs down.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. No tip is expected for pubs or counter service. Round up taxi fares; hotel tipping is optional.
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Bath Spa, Bath -> Bath Abbey, Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorking to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dorking to Bath trains use the Dorking Deepdene to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Dorking and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dorking Deepdene has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Dorking Deepdene.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dorking Deepdene: Parking.
Available at Dorking Deepdene: Bike Parking.
Dorking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Dorking.
Wi-Fi is available at Dorking. ATMs are available at Dorking.
Ticket office support is available at Dorking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dorking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dorking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dorking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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.
Dorking West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Dorking West.
ATMs are available at Dorking West.
Available at Dorking West: Parking, WC.
Available at Dorking West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dorking West.
Bath Spa 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
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