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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
44 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
44 m
Trains on 17 Sept
12
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 £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 12 trains from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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.
G1510214:360h49Guildford station (GLD)15:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£101One-way0 changes- G1510013:360h49Guildford station (GLD)14:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£101One-way0 changes
- G1509812:360h49Guildford station (GLD)13:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£101One-way0 changes
- G1509913:100h45Guildford station (GLD)13:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£101One-way0 changes
- G1509712:110h44Guildford station (GLD)12:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£101One-way0 changes
- W352719:110h44Guildford station (GLD)9:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£161One-way0 changes
- G1509712:110h44Guildford station (GLD)12:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£101One-way0 changes
- G1510114:110h44Guildford station (GLD)14:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£101One-way0 changes
- G1509310:100h45Guildford station (GLD)10:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£161One-way0 changes
- G1509913:100h45Guildford station (GLD)13:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£101One-way0 changes
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 an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 29 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £19.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 36m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-9.06. The journey takes 49m versus 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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 tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15090 | 8:08 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h47 | 8:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15091 | 8:38 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h46 | 9:24 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35271 | 9:11 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h44 | 9:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15092 | 9:36 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 10:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15093 | 10:10 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h45 | 10:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15094 | 10:36 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15097 | 12:11 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h44 | 12:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15098 | 12:36 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 13:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15099 | 13:10 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h45 | 13:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15100 | 13:36 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 14:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15101 | 14:11 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h44 | 14:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15102 | 14:36 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 15:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 9 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 18:38. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 39m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 6:07 |
Last train 18:38 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Guildford station (GLD) and London Gatwick Airport 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 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
Most Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Guildford to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford station (GLD) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
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.
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