The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Guildford station (GLD) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 31 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:05 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 07:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:07 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h47 | 07:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:36 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:37 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h48 | 19:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train or coach
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Why should you book Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 18:37. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 41m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 00:19 |
Last train 18:37 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Guildford station (GLD) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £9. 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 station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford station (GLD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Guildford station (GLD) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- 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.
