London to Dorking train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Dorking

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£11

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

51 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 2 m

Trains on 18 Sept

3

Distance

34 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Dorking will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from London to Dorking, including 3 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.

  • Southern
    7:110h56
    London
    8:07Dorking
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • Southern
    12:211h19
    London
    13:40Dorking
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western Railway
    7:230h51
    London
    8:14Dorking
    £161One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Dorking

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Dorking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 34 km

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Train
Driving

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

£20

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 18m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Southern

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London to Dorking is a train with an average price of £14.
The fastest way to travel from London to Dorking is by train with an average journey time of 58m.

Other travel options to Dorking take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Dorking including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 20m faster (58m by train vs 1h 18m by car) and roughly £6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£14 vs £20). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Southern, South Western Railway, Southern.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

London to Dorking train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Dorking trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SouthernG27553
On time
8:11 London Victoria (VIC)
0h58
9:09 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78888
On time
8:23 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h51
9:14 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32903+Great Western RailwayG15127
Delayed
7:26 8:24London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h02
9:26 Dorking Deepdene (DPD)
1 change
ThameslinkW32903+Great Western RailwayG15127
Delayed
7:32 8:30London Bridge (LBG)
0h56
9:26 Dorking Deepdene (DPD)
1 change
SouthernG27558
On time
8:41 London Victoria (VIC)
0h59
9:40 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32949+Great Western RailwayG15128
On time
8:44 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h14
9:58 Dorking Deepdene (DPD)
1 change
ThameslinkW32880+Great Western RailwayG15128
On time
9:00 London Bridge (LBG)
0h58
9:58 Dorking Deepdene (DPD)
1 change
SouthernG27564
On time
9:12 London Victoria (VIC)
0h55
10:07 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32958+Great Western RailwayG15129
On time
9:14 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h08
10:22 Dorking Deepdene (DPD)
1 change
South Western RailwayL78899
On time
9:23 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h51
10:14 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG27570
On time
9:41 London Victoria (VIC)
0h59
10:40 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG27576+South Western RailwayL81974
Delayed
9:18 9:42London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
11:07 Dorking station (DKG)
1 change
ThameslinkW32951+SouthernG26523 · G27576
On time
9:44 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h23
11:07 Dorking station (DKG)
2 changes
ThameslinkW32951+Great Western RailwayG15130
On time
9:44 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h08
10:52 Dorking Deepdene (DPD)
1 change
ThameslinkW32951+Great Western RailwayG15130
On time
9:51 London Bridge (LBG)
1h01
10:52 Dorking Deepdene (DPD)
1 change
SouthernG27576
On time
10:11 London Victoria (VIC)
0h56
11:07 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81983 · L78911
On time
10:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
1h02
11:14 Dorking station (DKG)
1 change
ThameslinkW32966+SouthernG26527 · G27582
On time
10:14 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h26
11:40 Dorking station (DKG)
2 changes
ThameslinkW32966+Great Western RailwayG15131
On time
10:14 London Blackfriars (BFR)
1h08
11:22 Dorking Deepdene (DPD)
1 change
ThameslinkW45489 · W32966+Great Western RailwayG15131
On time
10:15 London Bridge (LBG)
1h07
11:22 Dorking Deepdene (DPD)
2 changes
South Western RailwayL78911
On time
10:23 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h51
11:14 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG27230 · G27582
On time
10:30 London Victoria (VIC)
1h10
11:40 Dorking station (DKG)
1 change
SouthernG27582
On time
10:41 London Victoria (VIC)
0h59
11:40 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32947+Great Western RailwayG15132
On time
10:51 London Bridge (LBG)
1h02
11:53 Dorking Deepdene (DPD)
1 change
SouthernG27242 · G27588
On time
11:00 London Victoria (VIC)
1h07
12:07 Dorking station (DKG)
1 change
SouthernG27660
On time
17:11 London Victoria (VIC)
0h58
18:09 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL78995
On time
17:23 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h54
18:17 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79071
On time
23:10 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h51
0:01 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG27733
On time
23:28 London Victoria (VIC)
0h58
0:26 Dorking station (DKG)
0 changesdirect

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Southern as well as South Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway, Southern and more offer trains services from London to Dorking.
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Why book with Omio vs Southern?

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London to Dorking.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Dorking.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Dorking

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Trains from London to Dorking run on average 7 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 51m.

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
34 km
Average train duration
58m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
51m
First train
0:03
Last train
23:58
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
7 days
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

Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway from London to Dorking trainsSouthern, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway trains will get you between London and Dorking from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
57m
Cheapest Southern Price
£9
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
51m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£9
South Western Railway frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

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
Great Western Railway frequency
1 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

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£16
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: London to Dorking train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London to Dorking can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from London to Dorking covers a distance of 34 km and takes approximately 51m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from London to Dorking is 34 km.
The first train from London to Dorking leaves at 0:03.
The last train from London to Dorking departs at 23:58.
Trains from London to Dorking run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Dorking.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Dorking. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Southern, South Western Railway, Southern.
To get from London to Dorking, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London to Dorking.
The train station in London that goes to Dorking is London Victoria (VIC), and it arrives at Dorking station (DKG).
The cheapest way to get from London to Dorking is by train, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from London to Dorking in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Dorking offers scenic views, particularly as you leave the urban landscape behind and travel through the picturesque Surrey countryside, with its rolling hills and lush greenery.
Yes, a day trip from London to Dorking is feasible, as the journey takes 51m, covers 34 km and there are 5 trains per day.
To truly experience Dorking, including its historical sites, local vineyards, and the scenic countryside of the Surrey Hills, a visit of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Dorking.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Dorking

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

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Dorking

Which London station do trains to Dorking leave from?

Trains from London to Dorking leave from London Victoria. The station is 2 km from London city centre at London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU.
London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · £2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · £2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · £2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · £2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · £4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · £2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre

London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus139 · 10m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · £0.90 · every ~86 min

London Waterloo train station facilities and services

London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre

Bus91, N91 · 23m · £10 · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · £2 · every ~91 min

London St Pancras International train station facilities and services

London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.

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