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Godalming Museum
Local museum covering Godalming’s history, industries and people, with engaging displays that give useful context before exploring the town.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Godalming
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Leicester to Godalming and enjoy the approximately 165 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 19:44.
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
Distance 165 km |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 4:47 |
Last train 19:44 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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
Complete guide to Godalming
Things to do in Godalming
Discover the best of Godalming — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Godalming trip today.
- Recommended
Watts Gallery - Artists' Village
Nearby gallery in Watts Gallery village, showing Victorian and modern works in an arts-focused setting linked to George Frederic Watts.
Town Bridge House
Intimate heritage attraction at the old pumping station, illustrating water supply and early electricity in a distinctive riverside setting.
- Must visit
River Wey Towpath
Scenic towpath route along the River Wey, popular for walking and waterside views, with easy access to Godalming’s heritage sites.
- Recommended
Phillips Memorial Park
Attractive riverside and garden area with lawns, paths and seating, ideal for a gentle walk close to the historic centre.
- Recommended
High Street
Historic main street lined with characterful buildings, independent shops and civic landmarks, useful for seeing the town’s architectural core.
- Vegetarian
Surrey Ale
A rich English ale long brewed in Surrey, known for malty, balanced flavour and strong local pub tradition around Godalming.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Surrey Cheese
A hard cow’s milk cheese traditionally made in Surrey, with a firm texture and nutty flavour linked to local dairying.
Sunday Roast Beef
A classic British roast of beef with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and gravy, widely enjoyed in Surrey pubs on Sundays.
Acorn Restaurant
Popular independent café and restaurant offering brunch, coffee, light meals and a friendly daytime atmosphere.
The Star Inn
Traditional pub in central Godalming serving British classics, cask ales and a relaxed historic atmosphere.
The Weyside
Riverside dining venue known for modern British cooking, seasonal dishes and a smart yet comfortable setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and restaurants cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and casual dining stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a basic lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
FAQs: Leicester to Godalming train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Godalming 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 Godalming, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Leicester to Godalming is 165 km.
The first train from Leicester to Godalming leaves at 4:47.
The last train from Leicester to Godalming departs at 19:44.
Trains from Leicester to Godalming run approximately 6 times per day.
To travel from Leicester to Godalming, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Leicester to Godalming.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Godalming is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Godalming station (GOD).
Booking trains from Leicester to Godalming in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leicester to Godalming offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, quaint villages, and occasional glimpses of rolling hills, especially as you travel through the picturesque Surrey landscape.
A visit to Godalming can be comfortably enjoyed over 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore its historic town centre, riverside walks, and local attractions.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Leicester to Godalming.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Godalming
Most Leicester to Godalming trains use the Leicester to Godalming station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Godalming train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Leicester
Arrival train stations in Godalming
Which Leicester station do trains to Godalming leave from?
Trains from Leicester to Godalming leave from Leicester. The station is 1 km from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
BusX7 · 4m · £2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · £2 · every ~14 min
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Godalming station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Trains from Leicester to Godalming arrive at Godalming. Godalming is from Godalming city centre.
GodalmingGodalming station, Station Approach, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1EU
City-centre transport
Getting to Godalming from Godalming city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesStation Approach
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.
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