Dorking to London Gatwick Airport train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept

Cheapest price on 15 Sept

£8

Average ticket price on 15 Sept

£8

Fastest journey on 15 Sept

27 m

Average journey duration on 15 Sept

27 m

Trains on 15 Sept

1

Distance

13 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.

Fast trains

On Tue 15 Sept, we found 1 trains from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 27 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.

  • Great Western Railway
    19:580h27
    Dorking
    20:25London Gatwick Airport
    £81One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Dorking to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 13 km

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Coach
Driving

£16

Average Price

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

£4

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

56m

Average total duration

Fastest

26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 54m

Average total duration

1h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport is a coach with an average price of £5.

This is compared to other travel options from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport:

A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £16.

The fastest way to travel from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport is by train with an average journey time of 26m.

Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dorking and London Gatwick Airport including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-11.44. The journey takes 26m versus 26m 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.

Compare prices and tickets Dorking to London Gatwick Airport by train or coach

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Why should you book Dorking to London Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) or Southern offer trains services from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport.

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport

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Trains from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 24m.

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 £3
Distance
13 km
Average train duration
26m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
24m
First train
5:30
Last train
21:59
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
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 £3

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern trains will get you between Dorking and London Gatwick Airport from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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 Great Western Railway Duration
26m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£8
Great Western Railway frequency
7 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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
24m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
£14
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
34 a day

Southern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
48m
Cheapest Southern Price
£17
Southern frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Dorking to London Gatwick Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport covers a distance of 13 km and takes approximately 24m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport is 13 km.
The first train from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 5:30.
The last train from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport departs at 21:59.
Trains from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train between Dorking and London Gatwick Airport. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport offers views of the picturesque Surrey countryside, including rolling hills and lush greenery, which many passengers find quite pleasant.
Yes, a day trip from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport is feasible. The journey takes 24m and covers a distance of 13 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Dorking to London Gatwick Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Dorking and London Gatwick Airport

Most Dorking to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Dorking to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Dorking and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Dorking
Arrival train stations in London
DorkingDorking station, Station Approach, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1TFWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Dorking from Dorking city centre

Bus465 · 7m · £2 · every ~8 min
32 · 21m · £2

Dorking train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Dorking.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Dorking. ATMs are available at Dorking.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Dorking.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Dorking: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Dorking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

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 DeepdeneDorking Deepdene station, London Road, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 7TYParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Dorking Deepdene from Dorking city centre

Bus465 · 7m · £2 · every ~8 min
32 · 28m · £2

Dorking Deepdene 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

Food and drink options are available at Dorking Deepdene.

Tickets and information

Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Dorking Deepdene: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Dorking Deepdene: Bike Parking.

Dorking WestStation Rd, Dorking RH4 5EE, UKParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike Parking

Dorking West train station facilities and services

Dorking West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Dorking West.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Dorking West.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Dorking West: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Dorking West: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Dorking West.

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