Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Dorking travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dorking

With a population of 16 429, Dorking is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dorking to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Dorking

Dorking in September
Estimated hotel price
S$ 141
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dorking in September
Estimated hotel price
S$ 141
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dorking

Plane

When flying to Dorking, you’ll arrive at London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dorking from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Dorking, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Dorking to Brighton takes 1h 16m and costs around S$ 40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about S$ 29 for a 1h 33m trip. Located 0.9 km from the city centre, Dorking Deepdene is the busiest station in Dorking. Another popular train station is Dorking Ockley, located 9 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Dorking is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 33 km from Dorking. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dorking, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Dorking takes 217 km and will cost you around S$ 14. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about S$ 19 for a journey of 217 km.

Plane

When flying to Dorking, you’ll arrive at London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dorking from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Dorking, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Dorking to Brighton takes 1h 16m and costs around S$ 40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about S$ 29 for a 1h 33m trip. Located 0.9 km from the city centre, Dorking Deepdene is the busiest station in Dorking. Another popular train station is Dorking Ockley, located 9 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Dorking is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 33 km from Dorking. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dorking, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Dorking takes 217 km and will cost you around S$ 14. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about S$ 19 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Dorking

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Dorking

KLM
Good (1,423 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,594 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,539 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,063 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,797 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,036 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,050 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,422 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,498 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,481 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,312 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,589 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,072 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,140 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,363 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,410 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dorking

Most booked hotels in Dorking

The Corner House Hotel Gatwick
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 101+
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Gainsborough Lodge
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
S$ 84+
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Barrington Lodge
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
S$ 56+
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Europa Gatwick Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
S$ 88+
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Hiring a car in Dorking

Expect to pay S$ 2.32 per litre in Dorking (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 27.74 and S$ 36.99. The most frequently booked car type in Dorking is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 2.32 per litre in Dorking (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 27.74 and S$ 36.99. The most frequently booked car type in Dorking is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.