Horley to Guildford train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Guildford

Showing times and prices for 10 Dec

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

51 m

Average duration

51 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

30 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horley to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Horley to Guildford will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Horley for Guildford 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 30 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .

The slowest trains will take 51 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.

Great Western Rail
04:550h51
Horley
05:46Guildford
£201One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Horley to Guildford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £16.

Distance: 30 km

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£15

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Cheapest

£16

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1h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

43m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 1m

Average total duration

1h 31m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Horley to Guildford train times

The table below shows live departures for Horley to Guildford trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:54
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western04:55 Horley
0h51
05:46 Guildford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Horley to Guildford

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Trains from Horley to Guildford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 53m.

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
Distance
30 km
Average train duration
43m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
53m
First train
00:03
Last train
23:56
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

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Thameslink, Southern from Horley to Guildford trainsGreat Western Rail, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between Horley and Guildford from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
51m
Cheapest Price
£16
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
46m
Cheapest Price
£28
Thameslink frequency
21 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Southern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
£31
Southern frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Horley to Guildford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Guildford 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 Guildford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Two to three days in Guildford is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy local dining, and experience the beautiful surrounding countryside.
Booking trains from Horley to Guildford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Horley to Guildford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £15.
To get from Horley to Guildford, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train distance from Horley to Guildford is 30 km.
The cheapest way to get from Horley to Guildford is by train, costing approximately £11.
The train station in Horley that goes to Guildford is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at Guildford station (GLD).
The train journey from Horley to Guildford covers a distance of 30 km and takes approximately 53m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Horley to Guildford leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Horley to Guildford departs at 23:56.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Horley to Guildford.
Trains from Horley to Guildford run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Horley to Guildford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Horley to Guildford.
There is no night train service from Horley to Guildford.
The train journey from Horley to Guildford offers pleasant views of the Surrey countryside, with glimpses of rolling hills and rural scenery, though it is relatively short and primarily serves as a commuter route.
Yes, a day trip from Horley to Guildford is feasible as the journey takes 53m and there are 3 trains per day, covering a distance of 30 km.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Guildford

Horley
Guildford
The major train station for departures in Horley is Horley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Horley for your trip from Horley to Guildford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Florist in Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Booking Hall and Platforms 2 and 3
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3 and in the booking hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On overbridge & near side entrance to Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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