Guildford to London train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Oct

Cheapest price on 04 Oct

£20

Average ticket price on 04 Oct

£20

Fastest journey on 04 Oct

38 m

Average journey duration on 04 Oct

39 m

Trains on 04 Oct

48

Distance

44 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Guildford to London will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.

Fast trains

On Sun 04 Oct, we found 48 trains from Guildford to London, including 45 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .

The slowest trains will take 39 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.

  • South Western RailwayL79623
    11:350h41
    Guildford station (GLD)
    12:16London Waterloo (WAT)
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayQ31104
    0:270h52
    Guildford station (GLD)
    1:19London Waterloo (WAT)
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL81452
    12:241h01
    Guildford station (GLD)
    13:25London Waterloo (WAT)
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL81393 · L79333
    7:240h54
    Guildford station (GLD)
    8:18London Waterloo (WAT)
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL81388
    6:570h58
    Guildford station (GLD)
    7:55London Waterloo (WAT)
    £201One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Guildford to London

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Trains from Guildford to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 32m.

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 £6
Distance
44 km
Average train duration
50m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
32m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:58
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
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 £6

Live departures

Guildford to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Guildford to London trains for today, Saturday 3 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Western RailwayL79633
Delayed
12:20 Guildford station (GLD)
0h33
11:54 11:54London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81727
On time
12:34 Guildford station (GLD)
1h03
13:37 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81018
On time
12:42 Guildford station (GLD)
1h13
13:55 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79640
On time
12:50 Guildford station (GLD)
0h32
13:22 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84021
On time
21:00 Guildford station (GLD)
0h42
21:42 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81874
On time
21:04 Guildford station (GLD)
1h03
22:07 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79809
On time
21:20 Guildford station (GLD)
0h32
21:52 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81880
On time
21:34 Guildford station (GLD)
1h03
22:37 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81130
On time
21:42 Guildford station (GLD)
1h13
22:55 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84033
On time
22:01 Guildford station (GLD)
0h40
22:41 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81891
On time
22:04 Guildford station (GLD)
1h06
23:10 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81577
On time
22:20 Guildford station (GLD)
1h02
23:22 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81899
On time
22:34 Guildford station (GLD)
1h03
23:37 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81141
On time
22:44 Guildford station (GLD)
1h13
23:57 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84047
On time
22:49 Guildford station (GLD)
0h36
23:25 London Waterloo (WAT)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayQ311040:27 Guildford station (GLD)
0h52
1:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL813886:57 Guildford station (GLD)
0h58
7:55 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81393 · L793337:24 Guildford station (GLD)
0h54
8:18 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
South Western RailwayL813937:24 Guildford station (GLD)
1h01
8:25 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL813987:57 Guildford station (GLD)
0h59
8:56 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL838828:04 Guildford station (GLD)
0h45
8:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL809608:17 Guildford station (GLD)
1h13
9:30 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL814048:24 Guildford station (GLD)
1h01
9:25 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795658:36 Guildford station (GLD)
0h44
9:20 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL814108:59 Guildford station (GLD)
0h57
9:56 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL838939:04 Guildford station (GLD)
0h45
9:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL809729:17 Guildford station (GLD)
1h12
10:29 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL814169:24 Guildford station (GLD)
1h01
10:25 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL795859:35 Guildford station (GLD)
0h44
10:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81422 · Q063979:57 Guildford station (GLD)
0h43
10:40 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
South Western RailwayL814229:57 Guildford station (GLD)
1h03
11:00 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8390310:05 Guildford station (GLD)
0h44
10:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8098410:17 Guildford station (GLD)
1h13
11:30 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8142810:24 Guildford station (GLD)
1h01
11:25 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7960310:35 Guildford station (GLD)
0h44
11:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8143410:57 Guildford station (GLD)
1h01
11:58 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8391511:05 Guildford station (GLD)
0h46
11:51 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8099611:17 Guildford station (GLD)
1h13
12:30 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8144011:24 Guildford station (GLD)
1h01
12:25 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL7962311:35 Guildford station (GLD)
0h41
12:16 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8144611:57 Guildford station (GLD)
1h00
12:57 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8392712:05 Guildford station (GLD)
0h39
12:44 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect

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South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
32m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£16
South Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
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Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.

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Trains from Guildford to London: Journey Details

The South West Trains service from Guildford to London Waterloo, is quick, efficient and regular. For those travelling during the week, there are up to eight trains from Guildford to London every hour; the journey takes approximately 40 minutes on the direct train and 1.25 hours on the stopping service. The first train in the morning departs around 04.30 a.m. and the last train is 30 minutes before midnight. Weekend passengers will find a good and reliable service with no fewer than 6 trains an hour during popular times of the day.

Taking the Train from Guildford

Guildford station is just to the north of the town centre over the bridge. It is easy to walk to from the high street, or local bus services are available for those with heavy bags or children. Parking at Guildford station is notoriously problematic, so it is probably sensible not to take the car. Late at night and early in the morning, it may be advisable to book a taxi to avoid missing the more sporadic trains from Guildford to London.

Getting into London by Train

Trains from Guildford to London arrive at Waterloo which is centrally located, just to the south of the river Thames. The train station is well connected to other parts of London via the tube network and local bus routes. Popular attractions close to Waterloo include the London Eye, the National Theatre and The Old Vic play house. There are also plenty of restaurants and pubs nearby as well as convenient (but pricey) accommodation. Covent Garden is just across the river and is served by local buses but the 15 minute walk over Waterloo Bridge is a very pleasant one offering splendid views of the Capital.

FAQs: Guildford to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Guildford to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £19.
The train journey from Guildford to London covers a distance of 44 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Guildford to London is 44 km.
The first train from Guildford to London leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Guildford to London departs at 23:58.
Trains from Guildford to London run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Guildford to London.
Yes, there is a direct train between Guildford and London. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
There is no night train service from Guildford to London.
The train station in Guildford that goes to London is Guildford station (GLD), and it arrives at London Waterloo (WAT).
Booking trains from Guildford to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Guildford to London offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Passengers can enjoy views of the Surrey countryside, with its rolling hills and green spaces, before transitioning into the more urban landscapes as the train approaches London.
Yes, you can take the train from Guildford to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and London

Most Guildford to London trains use the Guildford to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at Clapham Junction. Use this guide to compare Guildford and London 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 London

Which Guildford station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Guildford to London 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 4UTShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
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.

London Road (Guildford)London Road (Guildford) station, York Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4DQWifiParkingDiningTaxisWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to London Road (Guildford) from Guildford city centre

TrainGuildford - London Waterloo, Guildford - Wimbledon, Guildford - Surbiton, Guildford - Worcester Park · 3m · £0.89 · every ~6 min
Bus6 · 3m · £2 · every ~10 min

London Road (Guildford) train station facilities and services

London Road (Guildford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Road (Guildford).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.

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