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

Dorking travel guide

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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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Where to Eat in Dorking

If you’re looking for affordable options, Denbies Gallery Restaurant (London Road) and Aroma (West St) are great picks.

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 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Dorking, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Dorking to Southampton takes 1h 40m and costs around S$ 64 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bournemouth, expect to pay about S$ 70 for a 2h 00m 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 GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dorking, including National Express, FlixBus and Oxford Bus Company. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Dorking takes 217 km and will cost you around S$ 9. From Bristol, the ticket costs about S$ 14 for a journey of 249 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 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Dorking, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Dorking to Southampton takes 1h 40m and costs around S$ 64 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bournemouth, expect to pay about S$ 70 for a 2h 00m 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 GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dorking, including National Express, FlixBus and Oxford Bus Company. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Dorking takes 217 km and will cost you around S$ 9. From Bristol, the ticket costs about S$ 14 for a journey of 249 km.

Airports near Dorking

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Dorking

KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,511 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,979 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,022 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,997 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,990 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,477 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,383 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,653 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,344 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,535 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,153 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,036 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,384 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$ 123+
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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$ 72+
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Europa Gatwick Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
S$ 100+
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Hiring a car in Dorking

Expect to pay S$ 2.34 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$ 28.04 and S$ 37.38. Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Dorking, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 2.34 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$ 28.04 and S$ 37.38. Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Dorking, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.

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