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Polegate Windmill
A working windmill museum in Polegate, open on selected days. Climb the mill, see machinery up close and learn about local milling heritage.
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£53
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
2 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
2 h 13 m
Trains on 15 Sept
21
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wokingham to Polegate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wokingham to Polegate will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
To travel from Wokingham to Polegate you need to make at least one change.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wokingham to Polegate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £54, while a coach costs an average of £74.
Distance: 100 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wokingham to Polegate:
A train is £21 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Wokingham to Polegate costing on average £74.
Other travel options to Polegate take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 41m.
Tickets start at around £54 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-31.69. The journey takes 2h 10m versus 1h 50m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Wokingham to Polegate trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 19:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:23 Wokingham | 2h20 | 19:43 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:53 Wokingham | 2h16 | 20:09 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:23 Wokingham | 2h17 | 20:40 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 21:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:23 Wokingham | 2h17 | 21:40 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 22:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:23 Wokingham | 2h15 | 22:38 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 23:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:44 Wokingham | 2h25 | 0:09 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 4:41 Wokingham | 2h33 | 7:14 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:40 Wokingham | 2h28 | 8:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:37 Wokingham | 2h03 | 8:40 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 9:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:23 Wokingham | 2h16 | 9:39 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 10:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:23 Wokingham | 2h15 | 10:38 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 11:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:23 Wokingham | 2h15 | 11:38 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 12:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:23 Wokingham | 2h15 | 12:38 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 13:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:23 Wokingham | 2h16 | 13:39 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 14:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:23 Wokingham | 2h16 | 14:39 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 15:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:23 Wokingham | 2h15 | 15:38 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 16:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:23 Wokingham | 2h15 | 16:38 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:53 Wokingham | 2h15 | 17:08 Polegate | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:23 Wokingham | 2h17 | 17:40 Polegate | 1 change | |
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Trains from Wokingham to Polegate run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 19:03. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 19:03 |
Discover the best of Polegate — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Polegate trip today.
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Banoffee pie was created in Sussex at The Hungry Monk in nearby Jevington. It combines bananas, toffee, cream and pastry.
Sussex smokie is smoked haddock baked in a creamy cheese sauce, a classic regional fish dish from the Sussex coast.
Established casual restaurant in Polegate popular for pizzas, pasta and grilled dishes in an easy-going family atmosphere.
Stylish dining room at The Grand Hotel in nearby Eastbourne, serving classic British cooking and formal afternoon tea.
Traditional Polegate pub serving British favourites in a relaxed local setting, known for hearty meals and a friendly atmosphere.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and rail are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafés often use small change or no tip.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wokingham to Polegate 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 Polegate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wokingham to Polegate trains use the Wokingham to Polegate station pair. Use this guide to compare Wokingham and Polegate train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wokingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Wokingham.
Wi-Fi is available at Wokingham.
Ticket office support is available at Wokingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wokingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Wokingham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wokingham: 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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, 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: Yes.
Polegate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Polegate.
Ticket office support is available at Polegate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Polegate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Polegate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Polegate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short ramps (below 400m and less than 1:10 gradient). Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is at the main entrance on platform 2, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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