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Kingston Museum
Large local museum on Kingston's history, Eadweard Muybridge and changing borough life. A strong introduction to the area near Surbiton.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Surbiton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Surbiton will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 6 trains that leave Guildford for Surbiton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 37 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.
L79600 · L81433
L83908 · L78548
L81687
L81693
L83897 · L78532
L81687
L81693
L79593 · L81427
L79600 · L81433
L83908 · L78548Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Surbiton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 26 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Surbiton trains for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L79788 · L81548 | Delayed 19:22 20:17Guildford station (GLD) | 0h40 | 20:57 Surbiton station (SUR) | 1 change | |
L81861 | Delayed 20:34 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h36 | 20:17 20:17Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79795 · L81554 | On time 20:49 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h37 | 21:26 Surbiton station (SUR) | 1 change | |
L79807 · L81561 | On time 21:18 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h38 | 21:56 Surbiton station (SUR) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 22 August | |||||
L83897 · L78532 | 10:00 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h37 | 10:37 Surbiton station (SUR) | 1 change | |
L81687 | 10:04 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h36 | 10:40 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79593 · L81427 | 10:20 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h36 | 10:56 Surbiton station (SUR) | 1 change | |
L81693 | 10:34 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h36 | 11:10 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79600 · L81433 | 10:49 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h37 | 11:26 Surbiton station (SUR) | 1 change | |
L83908 · L78548 | 11:00 Guildford station (GLD) | 0h37 | 11:37 Surbiton station (SUR) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Guildford to Surbiton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 34m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Large local museum on Kingston's history, Eadweard Muybridge and changing borough life. A strong introduction to the area near Surbiton.
Gallery and museum inside Orleans House, showing contemporary art and local heritage. Visit for the octagon room and riverside setting.
Working museum home to vintage buses, trams and trolleybuses. Open on selected dates with rides, displays and restoration workshops.
Expansive royal park with deer, wide avenues and cycling routes. Excellent for longer walks, open landscapes and views towards London.
Riverside walk with lawns, boating activity and views along the Thames. A relaxing local favourite close to Surbiton and Kingston town centre.
Pleasant riverside route beside the Thames, ideal for walking between Kingston, Surbiton and Hampton Court with frequent water views.
A pub staple of battered white fish and chips. In Surbiton and greater London, it is a classic Friday meal and a benchmark of a good local chippy.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. A longstanding British comfort dish commonly found in local pubs around Surbiton.
Roast beef with roast potatoes, veg, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. A traditional Sunday lunch widely enjoyed in pubs and homes across the area.
Smart local pub and dining room serving British dishes and seasonal specials in a polished yet comfortable setting near Surbiton station.
Established Surbiton restaurant serving solid Italian favourites, pizzas and pasta in an easy-going, family-friendly setting.
Popular neighbourhood pub on Maple Road known for burgers, roasts and a lively but relaxed atmosphere with a good drinks selection.
Moderate for Greater London: hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but Surbiton is often cheaper than central London; rail fares add up.
Service may be included at restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafés usually do not require tips, but spare change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Surbiton 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 Surbiton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Guildford to Surbiton trains use the Guildford to Surbiton station pair, with some services arriving at Berrylands. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Surbiton 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.
Surbiton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Surbiton.
Wi-Fi is available at Surbiton.
Ticket office support is available at Surbiton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Surbiton: Parking, WC.
Available at Surbiton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surbiton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access from the main entrance to all platforms via lifts. There is no step-free access from the rear (South Bank) entrance, 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.
Berrylands is 1 km from Surbiton city centre. Public transport options include:
Berrylands has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Berrylands.
Wi-Fi is available at Berrylands.
Ticket office support is available at Berrylands.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berrylands: Parking.
Available at Berrylands: Bike Parking.
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