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Compare train and coach for Godalming to Esher
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Godalming to Esher among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 27 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Godalming to Esher:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Godalming to Esher costing on average £25.
Other travel options to Esher take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 3m.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-19.00. The journey takes 35m versus 28m 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Godalming to Esher
Trains from Godalming to Esher run on average 4 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 37m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 23:48 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Godalming to Esher trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Godalming and Esher from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Godalming to Esher train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Godalming to Esher 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 Esher, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Godalming and Esher
Most Godalming to Esher trains use the Godalming to Esher station pair. Use this guide to compare Godalming and Esher train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Godalming station do trains to Esher leave from?
Getting to Godalming from Godalming city centre
Godalming train station facilities and services
Godalming has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Godalming.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Godalming.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Godalming. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Godalming: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Godalming: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Godalming: 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, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Esher station do trains from Godalming arrive at?
Getting to Esher from Esher city centre
Esher is 1 km from Esher city centre. Public transport options include:
Esher train station facilities and services
Esher has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Esher.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Esher.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Esher.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Esher: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Esher: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Esher: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access to both platforms via the Racecourse entrance only. There is a long and steep ramp of up to 1:7 gradient to Platform 1 (for trains towards London Waterloo). There is a long and steep ramp of up to 1:4 gradient to Platform 4 (for trains towards Woking). There is no step-free access via the main entrance. 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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