Train travel to Woking guide

Woking railway station, originally opened as Woking Common in 1838 and renamed to Woking in 1843, is a vital transport hub located on the South West Main Line. The station underwent significant redevelopment in the 1930s when it was rebuilt in the iconic Art Deco "Odeon" style and electrified, further enhancing its importance. Today, Woking station serves a high volume of commuters, offering direct services to and from London Waterloo, as well as Basingstoke, Portsmouth Harbour, Alton, Winchester, Southampton, and Bournemouth, making it a key junction for both local and long-distance travel.

Not only is Woking station an important transport link, but it was famously featured in H.G. Wells's "The War of the Worlds," where it was depicted as being destroyed, and has since appeared in various music videos and TV shows. A notable modern addition to the station is the "Seated Man" statue, created in 2011. Conveniently located in the heart of Woking, the station is just a short walk from the Woking Shopping Centre, making it an ideal stop for retail therapy. For art lovers, the Lightbox Gallery is also nearby, offering a wonderful selection of exhibitions and contemporary art. =

Which train companies run trains to Woking?

South Western Railway operate all services to and from Woking, offering frequent routes throughout the UK.

What are Woking's opening hours?

Woking is typically open from 0:01 to 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, though this is subject to change for reasons such as technical issues. We recommend verifying these hours before your journey to ensure a smooth experience.

Pick up & drop off at Woking

Woking offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.

Connectivity of the Woking?

Trains to and from Woking connect easily to popular destinations like London, London Waterloo, Guildford, Clapham and Guildford. Buses and taxis are also readily accessible from the station to help you complete your journey. Use our train finder to get the best options for your trip.

Woking live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Woking, check now to plan your next journey.

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TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Woking to Basingstoke18:1939mSouth Western RailwayOn time
Woking to London Waterloo18:2126mSouth Western RailwayOn time
Woking to London Waterloo18:2238mSouth Western RailwayOn time
Woking to Heathrow T3 Bus18:2550mSouth Western RailwayOn time
Woking to Portsmouth Harbour18:251h 9mSouth Western RailwayOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Weymouth to Woking18:202h 17mSouth Western RailwayOn time
Alton to Woking18:2138mSouth Western RailwayOn time
London Waterloo to Woking18:2425mSouth Western RailwayOn time
Portsmouth Harbour to Woking18:271h 12mSouth Western RailwayOn time
Basingstoke to Woking18:2834mSouth Western RailwayOn time

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