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.

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 March
Estimated hotel price
S$ 172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dorking in March
Estimated hotel price
S$ 172
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 40m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Dorking, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Dorking to Bristol takes 1h 34m and costs around S$ 58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about S$ 28 for a 1h 49m 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 DRIVALIA and U-Save, 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 209 km and will cost you around S$ 11. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about S$ 12 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 40m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Dorking, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Dorking to Bristol takes 1h 34m and costs around S$ 58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about S$ 28 for a 1h 49m 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 DRIVALIA and U-Save, 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 209 km and will cost you around S$ 11. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about S$ 12 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Dorking

Airlines serving Dorking

Lufthansa
Good (7,165 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,350 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,828 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,646 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,883 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,668 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,885 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (818 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,217 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,530 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,126 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (379 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,421 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,238 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (875 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dorking

Most booked hotels in Dorking

Holiday Inn London Gatwick - Worth
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 116+
Sandman Signature London Gatwick Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 151+
Barrington Lodge
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
S$ 71+
Little Foxes Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
S$ 80+
Europa Gatwick Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Okay (5.2, Okay reviews)
S$ 101+

Hiring a car in Dorking

Expect to pay S$ 2.31 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$ 27.68 and S$ 36.91.

Expect to pay S$ 2.31 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$ 27.68 and S$ 36.91.