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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Dorking
Showing times and prices for 25 Dec
Cheapest price
£138
Average price
£138
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
200 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Dorking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Dorking will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £138.
Fast trains
To travel from Cardiff to Dorking you need to make at least one change.
05:073h21
Cardiff08:28Dorking
£1381One-way
1 change
06:242h30
Cardiff08:54Dorking
£1381One-way
1 change
06:512h37
Cardiff09:28Dorking
£1381One-way
1 change
08:182h38
Cardiff10:56Dorking
£1381One-way
1 change
08:372h47
Cardiff11:24Dorking
£1381One-way
1 change
06:242h30
Cardiff08:54Dorking
£1381One-way
1 change
11:502h34
Cardiff14:24Dorking
£1381One-way
1 change
12:502h34
Cardiff15:24Dorking
£1381One-way
1 change
14:542h35
Cardiff17:29Dorking
£1381One-way
1 change
10:192h36
Cardiff12:55Dorking
£1381One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Dorking
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Dorking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 200 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£58 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Dorking train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Dorking trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 21:04
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:07 Cardiff | 3h21 | 08:28 Dorking | 1 change | |
| 06:24 Cardiff | 2h30 | 08:54 Dorking | 1 change | |
| 06:51 Cardiff | 2h37 | 09:28 Dorking | 1 change | |
| 08:18 Cardiff | 2h38 | 10:56 Dorking | 1 change | |
| 08:37 Cardiff | 2h47 | 11:24 Dorking | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Dorking
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Trains from Cardiff to Dorking run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 3h 49m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 22:03 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff to Dorking trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Dorking from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest Price
£58
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£139
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Cardiff to Dorking train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Dorking in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To truly experience Dorking, including its historical sites, local vineyards, and the scenic countryside of the Surrey Hills, a visit of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Dorking can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £58, while the average price tends to be around £58.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dorking is by coach, costing approximately £20.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Dorking is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Dorking Deepdene (DPD).
The train journey from Cardiff to Dorking offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Welsh countryside, the Severn Estuary, and the rolling landscapes of the South of England, making it a pleasant and scenic experience.
A day trip from Cardiff to Dorking is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 49m each way. Trains run 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Dorking.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Dorking.
To get from Cardiff to Dorking, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Cardiff to Dorking is 200 km.
The train journey from Cardiff to Dorking covers a distance of 200 km and takes approximately 3h 49m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Cardiff to Dorking leaves at 5:07.
The last train from Cardiff to Dorking departs at 22:03.
Trains from Cardiff to Dorking run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Dorking.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Dorking.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Dorking
Cardiff
Dorking
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Dorking.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
The major train station for arrivals in Dorking is Dorking Deepdene. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dorking Deepdene for your journey to Dorking from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station to both platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Dorking Deepdene
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop E for southbound on A24. Bus Stop A Northbound towards Reading on otherside of Main Road A24.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:10 Saturday 06:40 - 19:50 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 1 and 4
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike Parkinginformation
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