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Compare train and coach for Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 44 km
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Compare prices and tickets Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) by train or coach
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Why should you book Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trains with Omio?
South Western Railway operates all trains services from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE).
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- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- 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 London Waterloo East (WAE).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:03, the last at 08:03. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 38m.
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 £12
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 8:03 |
Last train 8:03 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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 £12
Train companies: South Western Railway from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Guildford station (GLD) and London Waterloo East (WAE) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Duration
38m
Cheapest Price
£20
South Western Railway frequency
25 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
Quiet zone
FAQs: Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 Waterloo East (WAE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The train journey from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) covers a distance of 44 km and takes approximately 38m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) is 44 km.
The first train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) leaves at 8:03.
The last train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) departs at 8:03.
Trains from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE).
Yes, there is a direct train between Guildford station (GLD) and London Waterloo East (WAE). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
To get from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE).
The cheapest way to get from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 Waterloo East offers a mix of urban and countryside views. Passengers can enjoy picturesque scenes of the Surrey Hills and the River Wey, transitioning into more urban landscapes as the train approaches London.
Yes, a day trip from Guildford to London Waterloo East is feasible. The journey takes 38m and covers 44 km. Trains run frequently with 8 trips per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Waterloo East (WAE).
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Important Stations and Airports in Guildford station (GLD) and London Waterloo East (WAE)
Guildford
London
The major train station for departures in Guildford is Guildford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Guildford for your trip from Guildford to London.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 22:00 Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 06:20 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: Smart Car Spaces
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car parks 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Guildford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus lay-by in Station Forecourt off Walnut Tree Close.
The major train station for arrivals in London is London Waterloo East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Waterloo East for your journey to London from Guildford.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to Waterloo East is only through use of lift at Waterloo Main. Ramps access to the platforms is steep. There is no ticket office. Full ticket office facilities available in Waterloo Main station. There is an entrance from Southwark underground station but this involves either steps or an escalator. There is also a step only access available from the Sandall Street entrance onto the overbridge connection between Waterloo East and Waterloo main stations. Taxis and direct road access only available from Waterloo main station which is connected via ramps and an overbridge to Waterloo East station.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Black Cabs are available from the taxi rank adjacent to the Cab Road exit from Waterloo Main station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On overbridge from Waterloo Main station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform B and C - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform B and C - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platform B and C Only available when staff present
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for London Waterloo East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus alighting point in Sandell Street.
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