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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Ashford
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 2 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Ashford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Ashford will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Guildford to Ashford, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
17:341h02Guildford18:36Ashford£131One-way0 changes
- 17:341h02Guildford18:36Ashford£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Guildford to Ashford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Ashford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £55 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £55, while a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£55 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £55 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-34.31. The journey takes 55m versus 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Ashford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Guildford to Ashford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 22:35 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Guildford to Ashford trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Guildford and Ashford from £55. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Guildford to Ashford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Ashford 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 Ashford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Ashford
Most Guildford to Ashford trains use the Guildford to Ashford (Surrey) station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Ashford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Guildford station do trains to Ashford leave from?
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.
Which Ashford station do trains from Guildford arrive at?
Getting to Ashford (Surrey) from Ashford city centre
Ashford (Surrey) is 1 km from Ashford city centre. Public transport options include:
Ashford (Surrey) train station facilities and services
Ashford (Surrey) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ashford (Surrey).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ashford (Surrey). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ashford (Surrey): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ashford (Surrey): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashford (Surrey): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 Station. Near-level access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Staines) via main entrance or side gate. Step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London) via separate entrance from long footpath, and short ramp at approx 1:15 gradient. Step-free access between platforms is only via the street (approx 620m). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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