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The Model Village
A model village built in stone, showing Bourton in miniature. It is one of the area’s signature attractions and rewarding for both adults and children.
Take a train from Guildford to Bourton-on-the-Water and enjoy the approximately 110 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 08:14, the last at 13:20.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Trains per day 14 |
First train 8:14 |
Last train 13:20 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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A model village built in stone, showing Bourton in miniature. It is one of the area’s signature attractions and rewarding for both adults and children.
A working model railway and exhibition with detailed layouts and scenes. It is a compact, nostalgic stop for families and rail enthusiasts.
A living museum with more than a hundred species of reptiles and amphibians. It is popular for close-up encounters, keeper talks, and conservation focus.
The main green and riverfront area through the village centre. It is the essential place for bridge views, people-watching, and a first walk around Bourton.
The village’s principal street lined with Cotswold stone buildings, shops, and historic façades. Ideal for strolling and seeing the core of Bourton.
A broad village green beside the river and bridges. It is a scenic open area for relaxing, short walks, and enjoying Bourton’s best-known setting.
A rich Cotswold beef and ale stew, slowly braised and linked to local pub cooking and farming traditions across Gloucestershire.
Single or double Gloucester is a traditional local cheese from Gloucestershire, valued for its creamy texture and long regional dairy heritage.
A steamed suet pudding filled with beef and kidneys, long associated with hearty English country cooking served in old inns and pubs.
Popular bakery and café for breakfasts, sandwiches, pastries and coffee, ideal for a casual daytime stop.
Traditional riverside pub serving British classics, Sunday roasts and local ales in a relaxed village setting.
Historic inn with a smart-casual dining room, known for seasonal British dishes, steaks and a polished atmosphere.
Moderate for the Cotswolds: stays and dining cost more than many UK towns, especially in peak season, while local transport costs are fairly typical.
Service is often included only occasionally; otherwise 10-12.5% in restaurants is normal for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Bourton-on-the-Water 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 Bourton-on-the-Water, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Guildford to Bourton-on-the-Water trains use the Guildford to Kingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Bourton-on-the-Water train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Guildford.
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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