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Dorking Museum
Town museum covering Dorking’s local history, archaeology and everyday life. A strong choice for understanding the area before exploring the streets.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tonbridge to Dorking
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
48 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
53 m
Trains on 23 Sept
3
Distance
42 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tonbridge to Dorking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tonbridge to Dorking will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Fast trains
To travel from Tonbridge to Dorking you need to make at least one change.
21:010h58Tonbridge21:59Dorking£231One-way1 change- 22:010h54Tonbridge22:55Dorking£231One-way1 change
- 22:580h48Tonbridge23:46Dorking£231One-way1 change
- 22:580h48Tonbridge23:46Dorking£231One-way1 change
- 22:010h54Tonbridge22:55Dorking£231One-way1 change
- 21:010h58Tonbridge21:59Dorking£231One-way1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tonbridge to Dorking
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Take a train from Tonbridge to Dorking and enjoy the approximately 42 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 22:46.
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 42 km |
First train 4:42 |
Last train 22:46 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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 from Tonbridge to Dorking trainsSouthern trains will get you between Tonbridge and Dorking. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
48m
Cheapest Southern Price
£23
Southern frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Dorking
Things to do in Dorking
Discover the best of Dorking — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dorking trip today.
- Recommended
Rural Life Living Museum
Rural heritage museum near Dorking with historic buildings, crafts and artefacts from Surrey life. A rewarding open-air visit for history-minded travellers.
Leatherhead Museum and Gallery
Historic house and gallery in nearby Leatherhead showing art, local history and changing exhibitions. Worth a short trip for a broader Surrey perspective.
- Must visit
Box Hill
Famous chalk ridge with walking trails, views and easy access from Dorking. It is one of the area’s classic outdoor destinations for short or longer walks.
- Recommended
Ranmore Common
Popular ridge walk above Dorking with open heath, panoramic views and links to local footpaths. Ideal for a half-day countryside escape near town.
- Recommended
Leith Hill
Wooded hill and viewpoint with walking routes through the Greensand Hills. Visitors come for the summit tower, fresh air and sweeping Surrey scenery.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Surrey Hills Sparkling Wine
Surrey Hills sparkling wine made from classic Champagne grapes. The chalky North Downs soils give it a crisp style strongly associated with the area.
Sunday Roast
Traditional British roast beef with roast potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. A classic Sunday pub meal widely enjoyed in Dorking.
Steak and Ale Pie
Rich steak and ale pie with beef slow-cooked in dark ale under pastry. A staple of Surrey and English pub cooking.
Sorrel Restaurant
Smart but relaxed restaurant and pub serving modern British cooking and seasonal produce in central Dorking.
The Kings Arms
Traditional pub on Dene Street with cask ales, British mains and a classic local feel popular for casual meals.
The Gallery Restaurant at Denbies Wine Estate
Refined dining room at Denbies Wine Estate pairing modern British food with Surrey wines in a vineyard setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than in smaller UK towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
FAQs: Tonbridge to Dorking train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tonbridge 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.
The train distance from Tonbridge to Dorking is 42 km.
The first train from Tonbridge to Dorking leaves at 4:42.
The last train from Tonbridge to Dorking departs at 22:46.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Tonbridge to Dorking.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Tonbridge to Dorking.
To travel from Tonbridge to Dorking, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Tonbridge to Dorking.
Booking trains from Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge to Dorking offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Surrey Hills and the North Downs, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
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 Tonbridge to Dorking.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tonbridge and Dorking
Most Tonbridge to Dorking trains use the Tonbridge to Dorking Deepdene station pair. Use this guide to compare Tonbridge and Dorking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Tonbridge
Arrival train stations in Dorking
Which Tonbridge station do trains to Dorking leave from?
Trains from Tonbridge to Dorking leave from Tonbridge. The station is from Tonbridge city centre at Tonbridge station, Barden Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1TT.
TonbridgeTonbridge station, Barden Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1TT+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Tonbridge from Tonbridge city centre
Bus5, 208, T3, 401, 4 · 2m · £2 · every ~3 min
Tonbridge train station facilities and services
Tonbridge has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tonbridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Tonbridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tonbridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tonbridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tonbridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tonbridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to the booking hall from Railway Approach Road. Steps and step free access via lifts down to all platforms from the booking hall. Step free access from the blue badge parking in Barden Road direct to platform 3 and 4 for services away from London. Step free access via the station overbridge and lifts to platforms 1 and 2 for services towards London, Redhill ( for Gatwick) and Tunbridge Wells, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance is available from this station from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Dorking station do trains from Tonbridge arrive at?
Trains from Tonbridge to Dorking arrive at Dorking Deepdene. Dorking Deepdene is 1 km from Dorking city centre.
Dorking DeepdeneDorking Deepdene station, London Road, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 7TY
City-centre transport
Getting to Dorking Deepdene from Dorking city centre
Bus465 · 7m · £2 · every ~8 min
32 · 28m · £2
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.
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