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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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liss to Godalming among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 25 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (23m by train vs 24m by car). Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Liss to Godalming run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 22m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:49 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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Local museum covering Godalming’s history, industries and people, with engaging displays that give useful context before exploring the town.
Nearby gallery in Watts Gallery village, showing Victorian and modern works in an arts-focused setting linked to George Frederic Watts.
Intimate heritage attraction at the old pumping station, illustrating water supply and early electricity in a distinctive riverside setting.
Scenic towpath route along the River Wey, popular for walking and waterside views, with easy access to Godalming’s heritage sites.
Attractive riverside and garden area with lawns, paths and seating, ideal for a gentle walk close to the historic centre.
Historic main street lined with characterful buildings, independent shops and civic landmarks, useful for seeing the town’s architectural core.
A rich English ale long brewed in Surrey, known for malty, balanced flavour and strong local pub tradition around Godalming.
A hard cow’s milk cheese traditionally made in Surrey, with a firm texture and nutty flavour linked to local dairying.
A classic British roast of beef with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and gravy, widely enjoyed in Surrey pubs on Sundays.
Popular independent café and restaurant offering brunch, coffee, light meals and a friendly daytime atmosphere.
Traditional pub in central Godalming serving British classics, cask ales and a relaxed historic atmosphere.
Riverside dining venue known for modern British cooking, seasonal dishes and a smart yet comfortable setting.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and restaurants cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and casual dining stay fairly manageable for visitors.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liss 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.

Most Liss to Godalming trains use the Liss to Godalming station pair. Use this guide to compare Liss and Godalming train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liss has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Liss.
Wi-Fi is available at Liss.
Ticket office support is available at Liss.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liss: Parking, WC.
Available at Liss: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liss: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London) is via a ramp (length 17m, gradient 1:13). Step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth) is via Booking Hall (accessed via ramp (5m, 1:8) or via side gate. Transfer between platforms is either via station footbridge (stepped only) or via full-barrier level crossing on Station Road, 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.
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 options are available at Godalming.
Wi-Fi is available at Godalming.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Godalming: Parking, WC.
Available at Godalming: Bike Parking.
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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