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Compare train and coach for Dorking to Aldershot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dorking to Aldershot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 30 km
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1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dorking to Aldershot
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Trains from Dorking to Aldershot run on average 2 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 40m.
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 £6
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 23:08 |
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 £6
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Dorking to Aldershot trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Dorking and Aldershot from £6. 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
46m
Cheapest Price
£16
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
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£15
South Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£28
first_great_western frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Dorking to Aldershot train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorking to Aldershot 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 Aldershot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Aldershot is a small town that can be explored in one to two days, allowing time to visit local attractions such as the Aldershot Military Museum and explore its parks and surrounding countryside.
The train journey from Dorking to Aldershot offers scenic views typical of the Surrey countryside, including rolling hills, woodland areas, and picturesque villages.
To get from Dorking to Aldershot, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Dorking to Aldershot in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Dorking to Aldershot can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The cheapest way to get from Dorking to Aldershot is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The train station in Dorking that goes to Aldershot is Dorking Deepdene (DPD), and it arrives at Aldershot station (AHT).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dorking to Aldershot.
Yes, you can take the train from Dorking to Aldershot.
Yes, a day trip from Dorking to Aldershot is feasible, as the journey takes 40m and trains run with a frequency of 2 per day. The distance is 30 km.
The train distance from Dorking to Aldershot is 30 km.
The train journey from Dorking to Aldershot covers a distance of 30 km and takes approximately 40m. Trains run 2 per day.
The first train from Dorking to Aldershot leaves at 5:42.
The last train from Dorking to Aldershot departs at 23:08.
Trains from Dorking to Aldershot run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dorking to Aldershot.
There is no night train service from Dorking to Aldershot.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dorking and Aldershot
Dorking
Aldershot
The major train station for departures in Dorking is Dorking Deepdene. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dorking Deepdene for your trip from Dorking to Aldershot.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Lost and Found Office
Bike 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
ParkingDining
ATM
Accessibility
WCBike Parkinginformation
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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
The major train station for arrivals in Aldershot is Aldershot. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aldershot for your journey to Aldershot from Dorking.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:18 Saturday 06:20 - 21:18 Sunday 07:35 - 18:55
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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. Level access to Platform 1. Lifts to Platforms 2/3 Please be aware that this station has no 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 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 near the subway; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. The accessible toilet is available during station staffed hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2/3. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with the Joint Code of Practice. All waiting rooms have step-free access.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Aldershot
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt by bus station
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