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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Guildford
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€40
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€47
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 22 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Guildford will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 trains from Bristol to Guildford, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:00 AM3h25Bristol11:25 AMGuildford€401One-way0 transfers- 8:23 AM2h09Bristol10:32 AMGuildford€481One-way0 transfers
- 8:02 AM2h07Bristol10:09 AMGuildford€481One-way0 transfers
- 9:02 AM2h07Bristol11:09 AMGuildford€481One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 AM2h02Bristol9:32 AMGuildford€491One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 AM2h02Bristol9:32 AMGuildford€491One-way0 transfers
- 9:02 AM2h07Bristol11:09 AMGuildford€481One-way0 transfers
- 8:02 AM2h07Bristol10:09 AMGuildford€481One-way0 transfers
- 8:23 AM2h09Bristol10:32 AMGuildford€481One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM3h25Bristol11:25 AMGuildford€401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Guildford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, while a train costs an average of €47.
Distance: 143 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€47 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Guildford:
A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Guildford costing on average €47.
Other travel options to Guildford take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 2m.
Live departures
Bristol to Guildford train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Guildford trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W35090 · G15089 | On time 4:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h12 | 7:05 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
| W34456 · G15446 | On time 5:23 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h14 | 7:37 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
| G14893 · G15090 | On time 5:47 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h20 | 8:07 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
| G14897 · G15093 | On time 8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h09 | 10:09 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
 G66721+W35169 · G15093 | On time 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h08 | 10:09 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2 transfers | |
| G14898 · G15094 | On time 8:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 10:32 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
| W34472 · G15095 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h09 | 11:09 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
| G14899 · G15096 | On time 9:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h02 | 11:32 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
| W34477 · G15097 | On time 10:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h09 | 12:09 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Guildford
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Trains from Bristol to Guildford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:30, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 3:30 AM |
Last train 11:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Guildford trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Guildford from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Guildford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Guildford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Guildford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Guildford
Most Bristol to Guildford trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Guildford station pair, with some services arriving at London Road (Guildford). Use this guide to compare Bristol and Guildford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Which Guildford station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Road (Guildford) from Guildford city centre
London Road (Guildford) train station facilities and services
London Road (Guildford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
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