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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dorking to Reading
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dorking to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dorking to Reading will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 36 trains that leave Dorking for Reading every day 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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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5:421h09Dorking6:51Reading£361One-way0 changes- 6:291h04Dorking7:33Reading£361One-way0 changes
- 6:541h21Dorking8:15Reading£361One-way0 changes
- 7:241h08Dorking8:32Reading£361One-way0 changes
- 7:481h13Dorking9:01Reading£361One-way0 changes
- 20:540h56Dorking21:50Reading£361One-way0 changes
- 22:250h56Dorking23:21Reading£361One-way0 changes
- 23:470h58Dorking0:45Reading£361One-way0 changes
- 9:261h02Dorking10:28Reading£361One-way0 changes
- 18:551h02Dorking19:57Reading£361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dorking to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dorking to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £53.
Distance: 51 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dorking to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Dorking to Reading trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:42 Dorking | 1h09 | 6:51 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:29 Dorking | 1h04 | 7:33 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:54 Dorking | 1h21 | 8:15 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:24 Dorking | 1h08 | 8:32 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:48 Dorking | 1h13 | 9:01 Reading | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Dorking to Reading by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dorking to Reading
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Trains from Dorking to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 0:19 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Dorking to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Dorking and Reading from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dorking to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorking to Reading 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 Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dorking and Reading
Most Dorking to Reading trains use the Dorking Deepdene to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Dorking and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dorking station do trains to Reading leave from?
Getting to Dorking Deepdene from Dorking city centre
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.
Getting to Dorking from Dorking city centre
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 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.
Which Reading station do trains from Dorking arrive at?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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