Coventry to Guildford train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry to Guildford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£58

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£70

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

2 h 7 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

2 h 11 m

Trains on 20 Sept

6

Distance

145 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Coventry to Guildford will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.

Fast trains

To travel from Coventry to Guildford you need to make at least one change.

  • CrossCountryG01007+Great Western RailwayC33125
    10:262h07
    Coventry station (COV)
    12:33Guildford station (GLD)
    £581One-way
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG01004+Great Western RailwayC33123
    9:262h07
    Coventry station (COV)
    11:33Guildford station (GLD)
    £581One-way
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG01011+Great Western RailwayC33127
    11:262h07
    Coventry station (COV)
    13:33Guildford station (GLD)
    £581One-way
    1 change
  • West Midlands TrainsY80830+Avanti West CoastW33371+South Western RailwayL79748+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo
    13:405h24
    Coventry station (COV)
    19:04Guildford station (GLD)
    £651One-way
    3 changes
  • CrossCountryG01019+Great Western RailwayC33132
    13:262h29
    Coventry station (COV)
    15:55Guildford station (GLD)
    £911One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Coventry to Guildford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £62.

Distance: 145 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£62

Average Price

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£30

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 46m

Average total duration

4h 16m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 6m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Coventry to Guildford is a coach with an average price of £23.

This is compared to other travel options from Coventry to Guildford:

A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry to Guildford costing on average £35.

The fastest way to travel from Coventry to Guildford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 1m.

Other travel options to Guildford take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Coventry and Guildford including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 5m sooner (2h 1m by train vs 2h 6m by car). Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Coventry to Guildford train times

The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Guildford trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Avanti West CoastW33558+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL79645
On time
10:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
14:04 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33558+SouthernG27786+South Western RailwayL79645
On time
10:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
14:04 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33575+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL83936
On time
11:10 Coventry station (COV)
3h13
14:23 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
CrossCountryG01010+Great Western RailwayC42350
On time
11:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h06
13:32 Guildford station (GLD)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW33450+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL79665
On time
11:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
15:04 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33450+SouthernG27788+South Western RailwayL79665
On time
11:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
15:04 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33555+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL83948
On time
12:10 Coventry station (COV)
3h13
15:23 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
CrossCountryG01014+Great Western RailwayC42352
On time
12:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h06
14:32 Guildford station (GLD)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW33443+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL79685
On time
12:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
16:04 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33443+SouthernG27790+South Western RailwayL79685
On time
12:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
16:04 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33567+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL83960
On time
13:10 Coventry station (COV)
3h13
16:23 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
CrossCountryG01017+Great Western RailwayC42354
On time
13:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h06
15:32 Guildford station (GLD)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW33474+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL7970513:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
17:04 Guildford station (GLD)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33474+SouthernG27792+South Western RailwayL7970513:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
17:04 Guildford station (GLD)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33547+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL8397214:10 Coventry station (COV)
3h13
17:23 Guildford station (GLD)2 changes
CrossCountryG01021+Great Western RailwayC42356
On time
14:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h06
16:32 Guildford station (GLD)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW33469+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL79725
On time
14:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
18:04 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33526+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL83981
On time
15:10 Coventry station (COV)
3h13
18:23 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
CrossCountryG01025+Great Western RailwayC42358
On time
15:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h06
17:32 Guildford station (GLD)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW33417+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL7974515:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
19:04 Guildford station (GLD)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33423+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL83991
On time
16:10 Coventry station (COV)
3h13
19:23 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
CrossCountryG01028+Great Western RailwayC42360
On time
16:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h06
18:32 Guildford station (GLD)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW33400+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL79765
On time
16:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
20:04 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33434+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL85019
On time
17:10 Coventry station (COV)
3h13
20:23 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
CrossCountryG01031+Great Western RailwayC4236217:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h06
19:32 Guildford station (GLD)1 change
CrossCountryG01033+Great Western RailwayC4236418:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h06
20:32 Guildford station (GLD)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33551+SouthernG27802+South Western RailwayL79802
On time
18:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
22:04 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33551+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL79802
On time
18:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
22:04 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
West Midlands TrainsP69520+TubeTube from London Euston to London Waterloo+South Western RailwayL7982219:05 Coventry station (COV)
3h59
23:04 Guildford station (GLD)2 changes
CrossCountryG01037+Great Western RailwayC4236619:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h53
22:19 Guildford station (GLD)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33762+SouthernG27804+South Western RailwayL79822
On time
19:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h19
23:04 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
CrossCountryG01038+Great Western RailwayC4264720:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h54
23:20 Guildford station (GLD)1 change
CrossCountryG01041+Great Western RailwayC42367
On time
21:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h54
0:20 Guildford station (GLD)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW33654+SouthernW32723+South Western RailwayL84048
On time
21:45 Coventry station (COV)
3h21
1:06 Guildford station (GLD)
2 changes
Sunday 20 September
CrossCountryG01004+Great Western RailwayC331239:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h07
11:33 Guildford station (GLD)1 change
CrossCountryG01007+Great Western RailwayC3312510:26 Coventry station (COV)
2h07
12:33 Guildford station (GLD)1 change

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Why should you book Coventry to Guildford trains with Omio?

CrossCountry as well as Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and more offer trains services from Coventry to Guildford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Coventry to Guildford.

Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Coventry to Guildford.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Coventry to Guildford.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Coventry to Guildford.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Coventry to Guildford

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Trains from Coventry to Guildford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 1h 48m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19
Distance
145 km
Average train duration
1h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 48m
First train
4:58
Last train
21:50
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
5 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19

Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Coventry to Guildford trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Coventry and Guildford from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£27
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£64
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£66
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
£118
Cross Country frequency
12 a day

Complete guide to Guildford

Things to do in Guildford

Discover the best of Guildford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Guildford trip today.

  • Recommended

Guildford Museum

Town museum covering Guildford’s history, archaeology and crafts in historic buildings near the castle. A practical starting point for local heritage.

  • Recommended

Guildford House Gallery

Arts and crafts house museum with period interiors, garden and changing displays. It offers insight into domestic life and local collecting.

  • Recommended

Shalford Mill

Working watermill on the River Wey with milling machinery, flour production and guided interpretation. It combines industrial history with a riverside setting.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for southern England: rooms and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and casual eats keep short stays manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.

FAQs: Coventry to Guildford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Coventry to Guildford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £62.
The train journey from Coventry to Guildford covers a distance of 145 km and takes approximately 1h 48m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Coventry to Guildford is 145 km.
The first train from Coventry to Guildford leaves at 4:58.
The last train from Coventry to Guildford departs at 21:50.
Trains from Coventry to Guildford run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Coventry to Guildford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Coventry to Guildford.
To get from Coventry to Guildford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Coventry to Guildford.
The train station in Coventry that goes to Guildford is Coventry station (COV), and it arrives at Guildford station (GLD).
The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Guildford is by coach, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Coventry to Guildford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Coventry to Guildford offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque countryside of the Midlands and parts of Surrey, providing pleasant views of rolling hills and quaint villages along the way.
A day trip from Coventry to Guildford is not feasible, as the journey duration is 1h 48m. However, there are 6 trains per day.
Two to three days in Guildford is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy local dining, and experience the beautiful surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Coventry to Guildford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Guildford

Most Coventry to Guildford trains use the Coventry to Guildford station pair. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Guildford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Coventry
Arrival train stations in Guildford

Which Coventry station do trains to Guildford leave from?

Trains from Coventry to Guildford leave from Coventry. The station is 1 km from Coventry city centre at Coventry station, Station Square, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2GT.
CoventryCoventry station, Station Square, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2GTWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Coventry from Coventry city centre

Bus87 · 2m · £2 · every ~2 min

Coventry train station facilities and services

Coventry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Coventry.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Coventry. 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 Coventry: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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