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Dorking Museum
Dorking's main museum explores local history, archaeology, and the deepdene area. Compact displays make it an easy cultural stop in town.
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€18
Fastest journey on Sep 23
52 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
53 m
Trains on Sep 23
16
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Dorking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Dorking will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 16 trains from London to Dorking, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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G15125Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Dorking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 21 miles (34 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 24m faster (54m by train vs 1h 18m by car) and roughly €8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€14 vs €22). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Southern, South Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Dorking trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G27018+ G15123 | 4:35 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h07 | 5:42 AM Dorking Deepdene (DPD) | 1 transfer | |
G26379+ G15124 | 5:34 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h53 | 6:27 AM Dorking Deepdene (DPD) | 1 transfer | |
W32981+ G26379+ G15124 | 5:35 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0h52 | 6:27 AM Dorking Deepdene (DPD) | 2 transfers | |
C93037+ G15512 | 5:38 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h16 | 6:54 AM Dorking Deepdene (DPD) | 1 transfer | |
L80915+ G27535 | 5:39 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h28 | 7:07 AM Dorking station (DKG) | 1 transfer | |
G27100+ L80917+ G27535 | 6:00 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h07 | 7:07 AM Dorking station (DKG) | 2 transfers | |
C93040+ L78873 | 6:08 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h10 | 7:18 AM Dorking station (DKG) | 1 transfer | |
L80917+ G27535 | 6:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h58 | 7:07 AM Dorking station (DKG) | 1 transfer | |
G27535 | 6:11 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h56 | 7:07 AM Dorking station (DKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45471 · W32898+ G15125 | 6:15 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h09 | 7:24 AM Dorking Deepdene (DPD) | 2 transfers | |
L78873 | 6:24 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h54 | 7:18 AM Dorking station (DKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G27114+ L78875 | 6:30 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 7:32 AM Dorking station (DKG) | 1 transfer | |
W32898+ G15125 | 6:30 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0h54 | 7:24 AM Dorking Deepdene (DPD) | 1 transfer | |
G26954+ L80930+ G27544 | 6:38 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h30 | 8:08 AM Dorking station (DKG) | 2 transfers | |
L78875 | 6:39 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h53 | 7:32 AM Dorking station (DKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G27539 | 6:41 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h59 | 7:40 AM Dorking station (DKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from London to Dorking run on average 13 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 43m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Dorking — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dorking trip today.
Dorking's main museum explores local history, archaeology, and the deepdene area. Compact displays make it an easy cultural stop in town.
Rural museum with historic buildings, crafts, and farming displays. A strong day-trip choice for traditional countryside heritage from Dorking.
Museum and arts venue in a Victorian country house with changing exhibitions, local collections, and a pleasant parkland setting.
National Trust landscape of chalk downs, woodland, and famous viewpoints above Dorking. Ideal for walking, cycling, and broad Surrey panoramas.
Grand landscaped valley once linked to the Deepdene estate, with surviving features and a green route close to central Dorking.
Popular beauty spot west of Dorking with open hillside views and access to sweeping walks on the North Downs ridge.
Sussex Pond Pudding is a rich suet pastry pudding with butter and a whole lemon inside, long linked with Surrey and Sussex country cooking.
Surrey Bacon Pudding is a traditional suet pastry pudding filled with bacon, reflecting older farmhouse cooking in Surrey villages.
Watercress Soup is associated with Surrey’s watercress-growing areas and is valued for its peppery fresh taste and simple local ingredients.
Elegant tasting-menu restaurant in a historic setting, known for seasonal British cooking and polished service.
Stylish modern British pub and dining room with steaks, roasts, and a smart but comfortable setting.
Refined restaurant and garden venue near Dorking, serving modern European dishes in a calm countryside setting.
Moderate for southeast England; lodging and dining cost more than smaller UK towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafes usually do not require tipping.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Dorking 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 Dorking, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Dorking trains use the London Victoria to Dorking station pair, with some services arriving at Dorking Deepdene. Use this guide to compare London and Dorking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
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 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.
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