The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Guildford
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€14
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€20
Fastest journey on Oct 13
32 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
32 m
Trains on Oct 13
78
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Guildford will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 78 trains from London to Guildford, including 74 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest trains will take 32 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.
L8403411:00 PM0h38London Waterloo (WAT)11:38 PMGuildford station (GLD)€141One-way0 transfers
L7981910:30 PM0h34London Waterloo (WAT)11:04 PMGuildford station (GLD)€141One-way0 transfers
L8186610:03 PM1h03London Waterloo (WAT)11:06 PMGuildford station (GLD)€141One-way0 transfers
L8112110:53 PM1h19London Waterloo (WAT)12:12 AMGuildford station (GLD)€141One-way0 transfers
L7981010:00 PM0h33London Waterloo (WAT)10:33 PMGuildford station (GLD)€141One-way0 transfers
L7958610:30 AM0h32London Waterloo (WAT)11:02 AMGuildford station (GLD)€221One-way0 transfers
L7957610:00 AM0h32London Waterloo (WAT)10:32 AMGuildford station (GLD)€221One-way0 transfers
L797034:30 PM0h32London Waterloo (WAT)5:02 PMGuildford station (GLD)€151One-way0 transfers
L797537:00 PM0h32London Waterloo (WAT)7:32 PMGuildford station (GLD)€161One-way0 transfers
L797718:00 PM0h32London Waterloo (WAT)8:32 PMGuildford station (GLD)€161One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Guildford
Trains from London to Guildford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 31m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Live departures
London to Guildford train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Guildford trains for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L83946 | On time 2:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h39 | 3:24 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81021 | 2:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h19 | 4:12 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79673 | 3:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h32 | 3:32 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81747 | On time 3:03 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h06 | 4:09 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79683 | On time 3:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h32 | 4:02 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81756 | 3:33 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h07 | 4:40 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83958 | On time 3:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h38 | 4:23 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81033 | 3:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h09 | 5:02 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79693 | On time 4:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h33 | 4:33 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81764 | On time 4:03 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h07 | 5:10 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79703 | 4:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h32 | 5:02 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81773 | On time 4:33 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h06 | 5:39 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83970 | 4:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h39 | 5:24 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81044 | On time 4:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h23 | 6:16 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79713 | 5:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h33 | 5:33 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81601 | On time 5:02 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h57 | 5:59 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81781 | 5:03 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h08 | 6:11 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79096 | On time 5:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h35 | 5:50 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80534 · L81601 | On time 5:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h39 | 5:59 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
L79723 | On time 5:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h36 | 6:06 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79743 | 6:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h36 | 7:06 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81807 | On time 6:33 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h08 | 7:41 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79101 | 6:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h36 | 7:21 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81073 | 6:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h21 | 8:14 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79753 | 7:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h32 | 7:32 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81815 | On time 7:03 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h06 | 8:09 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81824 | On time 7:33 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h07 | 8:40 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84001 | On time 7:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h39 | 8:24 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81085 | On time 7:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h19 | 9:12 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79771 | On time 8:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h32 | 8:32 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81832 | 8:03 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h06 | 9:09 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79781 | 8:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h33 | 9:03 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81841 | On time 8:33 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h07 | 9:40 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84010 | 8:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h38 | 9:23 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81097 | On time 8:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h20 | 10:13 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79790 | 9:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h33 | 9:33 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81849 | On time 9:03 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h06 | 10:09 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79800 | On time 9:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h33 | 10:03 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81858 | On time 9:33 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h07 | 10:40 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84022 | 9:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h38 | 10:23 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81109 | On time 9:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h19 | 11:12 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79810 | On time 10:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h33 | 10:33 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81866 | 10:03 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h03 | 11:06 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79819 | On time 10:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h34 | 11:04 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81875 | 10:33 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h03 | 11:36 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81121 | On time 10:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h19 | 12:12 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84034 | On time 11:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h38 | 11:38 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 13 | |||||
L79088 | On time 12:33 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h41 | 1:14 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83847 | 5:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h54 | 5:59 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80915 | 5:39 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h07 | 6:46 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83849 | 5:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h42 | 6:27 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81607 | 6:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h05 | 7:05 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80917 | 6:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h14 | 7:23 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83853 | 6:15 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h39 | 6:54 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81609 | 6:33 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h03 | 7:36 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83855 | 6:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h39 | 7:24 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79530 | 7:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h32 | 7:32 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81614 | 7:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h06 | 8:09 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L78868 · L81597 | 7:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h44 | 7:47 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
L80930 | 7:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h18 | 8:27 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L85012 | 7:15 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h39 | 7:54 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79534 | 7:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h32 | 8:02 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83866 | 7:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h39 | 8:24 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79541 | 8:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h33 | 8:33 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81628 | 8:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h06 | 9:09 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79914 · L81599 | 8:08 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h42 | 8:50 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
L79547 | 8:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h33 | 9:03 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81637 | 8:33 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h07 | 9:40 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83877 | 8:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h38 | 9:23 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79558 | 9:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h32 | 9:32 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81646 | 9:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h06 | 10:09 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79566 | 9:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h32 | 10:02 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81655 | 9:33 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h07 | 10:40 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83888 | 9:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h39 | 10:24 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80961 | 9:53 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h19 | 11:12 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79576 | 10:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h32 | 10:32 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81663 | 10:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h06 | 11:09 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79586 | 10:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h32 | 11:02 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81672 | 10:33 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h07 | 11:40 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83899 | 10:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h39 | 11:24 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80973 | 10:53 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h19 | 12:12 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from London to Guildford
Guildford is 36 km from London. There are at least four trains from London to Guildford every hour. The journey takes between 33 and 38 minutes. All trains depart from London Waterloo and arrive at Guildford Station. London Waterloo Station is situated on Waterloo Road, on the south side of the Thames, just over the bridge from Westminster. Guildford Station is situated on Walnut Tree Close. This is a 16-minute walk from the centre of Guildford, its High Street and Guildford Castle. South West Trains operate the trains on this route.
Taking the Train from Guildford
Guildford station is just to the north of the town centre over the bridge. It is easy to walk to from the high street, or local bus services are available for those with heavy bags or children. Parking at Guildford station is notoriously problematic, so it is probably sensible not to take the car. Late at night and early in the morning, it may be advisable to book a taxi to avoid missing the more sporadic trains from Guildford to London.
Getting into London by Train
Trains from Guildford to London arrive at Waterloo which is centrally located, just to the south of the river Thames. The train station is well connected to other parts of London via the tube network and local bus routes. Popular attractions close to Waterloo include the London Eye, the National Theatre and The Old Vic play house. There are also plenty of restaurants and pubs nearby as well as convenient (but pricey) accommodation. Covent Garden is just across the river and is served by local buses but the 15 minute walk over Waterloo Bridge is a very pleasant one offering splendid views of the Capital.
FAQs: Trains from London to Guildford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Guildford
Most London to Guildford trains use the London Waterloo to Guildford station pair, with some services arriving at London Road (Guildford). Use this guide to compare London and Guildford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which London station do trains to Guildford leave from?
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Clapham Junction from London city centre
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham Junction train station facilities and services
Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, 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 Clapham Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, 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: Yes.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Guildford station do trains from London 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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