The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Dorking station (DKG)
Cheapest price
£98
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Dorking station (DKG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Dorking station (DKG) will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £98.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Dorking station (DKG) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 280 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 56 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Dorking station (DKG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Dorking station (DKG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £165.
Distance: 280 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£98 Average Price | £183 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Dorking station (DKG)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Dorking station (DKG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £98 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:11, the last at 09:11. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £98 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 09:11 |
Last train 09:11 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Dorking station (DKG) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Dorking station (DKG) from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Dorking station (DKG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Dorking station (DKG) 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 station (DKG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Dorking station (DKG)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:10 Saturday 06:40 - 19:50 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 1 and 4
- Storage location: Station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
