The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD)
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD) will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 6 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Guildford station (GLD) on Tue, Nov 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 54 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.
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P09889Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €15.
Distance: 31 km
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD) trains for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:59 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h44 | 5:43 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:59 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h44 | 6:43 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:59 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h45 | 8:44 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 18 | |||||
P08603 | On time 5:11 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h49 | 6:00 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P08605 | On time 5:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h47 | 6:46 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y30409_Y30042+ P09888 | On time 6:22 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 7:22 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
P08606 | On time 7:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h45 | 7:45 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y36041+ P09889 | On time 7:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h54 | 8:13 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
P08607 | On time 7:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 8:42 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 42m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 04:04 |
Last train 22:22 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, first_great_western from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, first_great_western trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Guildford station (GLD) from €7. 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD) 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 station (GLD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Guildford station (GLD)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 22:00 Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 06:20 - 22:00
- Car Park: Smart Car Spaces
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2, next to the subway ramp. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car parks 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus lay-by in Station Forecourt off Walnut Tree Close.


