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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 4 trains that leave Guildford station (GLD) for London Gatwick Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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 London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 29 km
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1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:07 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h48 | 16:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
| 08:36 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 09:25 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:37 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h48 | 10:25 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 47m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 06:05 |
Last train 21:20 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Guildford station (GLD) and London Gatwick Airport from £4. 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 London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Guildford station (GLD) and London Gatwick Airport
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- 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.
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