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Letchworth Museum
Local museum explaining the world’s first garden city through original plans, objects and changing displays in the town centre.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City and enjoy the approximately 86 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 22:57.
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
Distance 86 km |
First train 4:11 |
Last train 22:57 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Guildford to Letchworth Garden City trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City.
The train distance from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City is 86 km.
The first train from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City leaves at 4:11.
The last train from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City departs at 22:57.
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Things to do in Letchworth Garden City
Discover the best of Letchworth Garden City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Letchworth Garden City trip today.
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North Hertfordshire Museum
Gallery and museum in a Victorian house showing local history, artworks and exhibitions about Hitchin and North Hertfordshire.
British Schools Museum
Family-friendly transport museum with working heritage buses, displays and event days at a preserved depot near Letchworth.
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Broadway Gardens
Formal town-centre gardens with broad lawns, flowerbeds and event space, ideal for understanding the garden city plan on foot.
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Broadway
Central shopping street and civic axis lined with early planned buildings, useful for seeing the town’s distinctive layout and architecture.
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Howard Park and Gardens
Riverside nature reserve and walking area with chalk stream habitat, wetlands and easy paths close to the town centre.
Hertfordshire Clangers
A Hertfordshire staple of sausages wrapped in suet pastry and baked. A hearty county dish linked with local farming and traditional home cooking.
Hertfordshire Meat Turnovers
Small triangular pastries filled with meat and onion, once common in Hertfordshire kitchens and markets as a portable savoury snack.
Watercress Soup
Tender local watercress served in a peppery soup. The county is long associated with watercress growing, making this a classic regional dish.
L'Artista
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and warm service in a relaxed modern setting.
The Fox at Willian
Stylish Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart yet comfortable atmosphere.
The Broadway Hotel
Reliable pub venue for British favourites, cask ales and casual meals in a central historic Garden City setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and hotels usually cost less than central London, but rail fares and some accommodation can still be relatively high for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave a small tip for good service.
Plan your visit to Letchworth Garden City
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Letchworth Garden City.
The train journey from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City offers a mix of urban and rural views, passing through the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and picturesque countryside, although some sections include urban and industrial landscapes.
FAQs: Guildford to Letchworth Garden City train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City.
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Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Letchworth Garden City
Most Guildford to Letchworth Garden City trains use the Guildford to Letchworth Garden City station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Letchworth Garden City train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Guildford
Arrival train stations in Letchworth Garden City
Which Guildford station do trains to Letchworth Garden City leave from?
Trains from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City leave from Guildford. The station is 1 km from Guildford city centre at Guildford station, Station Approach, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4UT.
GuildfordGuildford station, Station Approach, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4UT
City-centre transport
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Bus53 · 2m · £2
18 · 16m · £2 · every ~2 min
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 Letchworth Garden City station do trains from Guildford arrive at?
Trains from Guildford to Letchworth Garden City arrive at Letchworth Garden City. Letchworth Garden City is from Letchworth Garden City city centre.
Letchworth Garden CityLetchworth Garden City station, Station Road, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 3AN
City-centre transport
Getting to Letchworth Garden City from Letchworth Garden City city centre
Bus96A · 48m
Letchworth Garden City train station facilities and services
Letchworth Garden City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Letchworth Garden City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Letchworth Garden City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Letchworth Garden City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Letchworth Garden City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Letchworth Garden City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Letchworth Garden City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is inside the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Guildford to Letchworth Garden City
Check train stations information for Guildford and Letchworth Garden City, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Guildford that goes to Letchworth Garden City is Guildford, and it arrives at Letchworth Garden City.
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