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Dorking to York by train
| First train | 05:27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:58 | |
| Departure station | Dorking | |
| Arrival station | York | |
| Journey time | From 3h 38m | |
| Distance | 191 miles (307 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern |
Taking the train from Dorking to York in 3 hours 38 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Dorking to York? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 4 minutes to travel the 191 miles (307 km) from Dorking to York by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway to York. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Dorking to York in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to York by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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