What is the cheapest way to get from Dorking to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Dorking to Reading is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dorking to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Dorking to Reading is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Dorking and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorking to Reading. However, there are services departing from South Street and arriving at Reading RailAir via Guildford station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Dorking and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dorking Deepdene and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Dorking to Reading?

The distance between Dorking and Reading is 39 miles. The road distance is 38.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dorking to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Dorking to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Dorking to Reading?

The train from Dorking Deepdene to Reading takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dorking to Reading bus from?

Dorking to Reading bus services, operated by Compass Travel, depart from South Street station.

Where do I catch the Dorking to Reading train from?

Dorking to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Dorking Deepdene station.

Train or bus from Dorking to Reading?

The best way to get from Dorking to Reading is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Dorking to Reading bus arrive?

Dorking to Reading bus services, operated by Compass Travel, arrive at Friary Bus Station.

Where does the Dorking to Reading train arrive?

Dorking to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Dorking to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorking to Reading is 39 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Dorking to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Dorking to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Dorking to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Dorking to Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorking Deepdene to ReadingGatwick Airport - Reading / ...
1h 4m
£12–29
Drive 38.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorking to Reading38.6 mi
58 min
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Street to Friary Bus Station32
2. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra2
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
2h 26m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorking to Reading38.6 mi
58 min
£110–140

Dorking to Reading by train

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Distance: 38.8 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Dorking, England and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Dorking Deepdene to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £12–29 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Street to Reading RailAir via Friary Bus Station, Guildford station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 26m.

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