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Compare coach and train for Romford to Dorking
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Romford to Dorking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Dorking take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 42m.
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.39. The journey takes 1h 29m versus 1h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Romford to Dorking train times
The table below shows live departures for Romford to Dorking trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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.png) | 8:40 Romford | 1h41 | 10:21 Dorking | 3 changes | |
| 8:40 Romford | 1h41 | 10:21 Dorking | 2 changes | |
| 9:10 Romford | 1h41 | 10:51 Dorking | 2 changes | |
| 9:40 Romford | 1h41 | 11:21 Dorking | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Romford to Dorking
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Trains from Romford to Dorking run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 17:37. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 6:11 |
Last train 17:37 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Romford to Dorking trainsThameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Romford and Dorking from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Romford to Dorking train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Romford and Dorking
Most Romford to Dorking trains use the Romford to Dorking station pair, with some services arriving at Dorking Deepdene. Use this guide to compare Romford and Dorking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Romford station do trains to Dorking leave from?
Getting to Romford from Romford city centre
Romford train station facilities and services
Romford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Romford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Romford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Romford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Romford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Romford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Romford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B2. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access can be gained from South Street side entrance via a steep ramp. The ramps leading from the subway to the platforms are fairly steep. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1,2,4 and 5, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall. The ticket machines are accessible via the stations main entrance. There is no step free access to the ticket machines via the stations side entrance ramp, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Harold Wood from Romford city centre
Harold Wood is 3 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:
Harold Wood train station facilities and services
Harold Wood has practical services for this route, including 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 Harold Wood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Harold Wood. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harold Wood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harold Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harold Wood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the ticket hall entrance on Gubbins Lane and at the car park entrance on Station Road, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Dorking station do trains from Romford arrive at?
Getting to Dorking from Dorking city centre
Dorking train station facilities and services
Dorking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dorking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dorking. ATMs are available at Dorking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dorking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dorking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dorking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dorking: 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.
Getting to Dorking Deepdene from Dorking city centre
Dorking Deepdene train station facilities and services
Dorking Deepdene has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dorking Deepdene.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dorking Deepdene: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dorking Deepdene: Bike Parking.
Dorking West train station facilities and services
Dorking West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dorking West.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dorking West.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dorking West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dorking West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dorking West.
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