The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 1 trains that leave Guildford for Stoke-on-Trent every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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.
15:053h21Guildford18:26Stoke-on-Trent£831One-way0 changes
15:053h21Guildford18:26Stoke-on-Trent£831One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 225 km
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£81 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent by train or coach
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Why should you book Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent.
- 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 Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent
Trains from Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 225 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 22:53 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent trainsAvanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Guildford and Stoke-on-Trent from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Stoke-on-Trent
Most Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent trains use the Guildford to Stoke-on-Trent station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Stoke-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Guildford station do trains to Stoke-on-Trent leave from?
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.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains from Guildford arrive at?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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