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Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£62
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£93
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
3 h 35 m
Trains on 31 Aug
25
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Manchester will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
To travel from Guildford to Manchester you need to make at least 2 changes.
VT926000 · W34206+
SW015800+
G38512
W34040+
Q98652+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston
W33931+
Q98622+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston
W34210+
Q97283+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston
W34102+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
Q21007
W34102+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
Q21007
W34280+
Q97262+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston
W34198+
Q97281+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston
W34185+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
Q98698
W34040+
Q98652+
Tube from London Waterloo to London EustonOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 274 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VT926000 · W34206+ G38512+ SW015800 | 3:30 Guildford station (GLD) | 5h20 | 8:50 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3 changes | |
VT926000 · W34206+ SW015800+ C04347 | 3:30 Guildford station (GLD) | 5h07 | 8:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3 changes | |
C04105+ G00847 | 4:42 Guildford station (GLD) | 4h47 | 9:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34021+ Q98939+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston | 5:14 Guildford station (GLD) | 4h05 | 9:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34185+ Q98698+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 8:01 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h43 | 11:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
C48619+ G00855 | 8:14 Guildford station (GLD) | 4h15 | 12:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34059+ Q97290+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 8:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h46 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34102+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ Q21007 | 8:49 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h30 | 12:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34040+ Q98652+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 9:00 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h44 | 12:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G15513+ G00858 | 9:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 4h10 | 13:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34210+ Q97283+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 9:20 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h45 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34198+ Q97281+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 9:49 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h30 | 13:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W33931+ Q98622+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 10:00 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h44 | 13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34101+ Q97277+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 10:20 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h45 | 14:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G15128+ G00861 | 10:28 Guildford station (GLD) | 4h01 | 14:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34179+ Q98593+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 11:00 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h44 | 14:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G15130+ G00866 | 11:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 4h10 | 15:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34061+ Q97271+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 11:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h46 | 15:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G15131+ G00875 | 11:42 Guildford station (GLD) | 4h47 | 16:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W33954+ Q98563+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 12:00 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h44 | 15:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G15132+ G00875 | 12:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 4h10 | 16:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W34053+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ Q97265 | 12:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h46 | 16:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34280+ Q97262+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 12:49 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h30 | 16:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W33926+ Q98533+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 13:00 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h44 | 16:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34157+ Q97258+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 13:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 3h46 | 17:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Guildford to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 274 km distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 274 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 22:14 |
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Discover the best of Manchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manchester trip today.
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Large university museum with natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, plus changing exhibitions in a prominent Oxford Road building.
Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
A flaky shortcrust pie filled with spiced minced beef, potato and onion. It is closely associated with Oldham and Greater Manchester chip shops.
A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
Historic Victorian dining room known for oysters, seafood and classic British dishes. Traditional atmosphere with one of Manchester’s best-known interiors.
Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Manchester Piccadilly -> Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Guildford to Manchester trains use the Guildford to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Guildford.
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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) 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 options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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