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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 Oxford to Godalming among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, while a coach costs an average of £36.
Distance: 77 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Godalming:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Oxford to Godalming costing on average £36.
Other travel options to Godalming take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 30m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 16m by train vs 1h 30m by car). Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £16 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Godalming trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:15 Oxford | 1h54 | 14:09 Godalming | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:42 Oxford | 1h53 | 14:35 Godalming | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:16 Oxford | 1h53 | 15:09 Godalming | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:31 Oxford | 2h02 | 15:33 Godalming | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Oxford to Godalming run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 22:37 |
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Discover the best of Godalming — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Godalming trip today.
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 Oxford 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 Oxford to Godalming trains use the Oxford to Godalming station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Godalming train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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 via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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