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Train Tickets to Woking

London Waterloo to Woking

23m

From

£14.69

Guildford to Woking

From

£4.40

Clapham Junction to Woking

18m

From

£10.46

Train travel to Woking guide

Updated May 9, 2026

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.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before 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.

Departures
Arrivals

Train	Time	Duration	Train Operator	Status
Woking to Portsmouth Harbour	09:25	1h 19m	South Western Railway	On time
Woking to London Waterloo	09:28	25m	South Western Railway	Exp. 09:38
Woking to London Waterloo	09:30	32m	South Western Railway	On time
Woking to Alton	09:30	40m	South Western Railway	Exp. 09:30
Woking to London Waterloo	09:33	49m	South Western Railway	On time

Train	Time	Duration	Train Operator	Status
London Waterloo to Woking	09:24	27m	South Western Railway	On time
Portsmouth Harbour to Woking	09:27	1h 22m	South Western Railway	Exp. 09:37
Basingstoke to Woking	09:29	35m	South Western Railway	On time
London Waterloo to Woking	09:29	36m	South Western Railway	Exp. 09:29
London Waterloo to Woking	09:33	25m	South Western Railway	On time