The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Guildford
Cheapest price
£184
Average price
£184
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Guildford will cost around £184 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £184.
To travel from Plymouth to Guildford you need to make at least one change.
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth to Guildford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £21.
Distance: 269 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£82 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Plymouth to Guildford train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Guildford trains for tomorrow, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:54 Plymouth | 4h15 | 09:09 Guildford | 1 change | |
![]() | 05:25 Plymouth | 4h37 | 10:02 Guildford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 05:55 Plymouth | 4h12 | 10:07 Guildford | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:20 Plymouth | 4h12 | 10:32 Guildford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 06:55 Plymouth | 4h13 | 11:08 Guildford | 1 change |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Plymouth to Guildford by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
23 Mar
24 Mar
25 Mar
26 Mar
27 Mar
28 Mar
29 Mar
Why should you book Plymouth to Guildford trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Guildford.
- 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 Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Plymouth to Guildford.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth to Guildford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Guildford
Trains from Plymouth to Guildford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 269 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Plymouth to Guildford trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth and Guildford from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
first_great_western
FAQs: Plymouth to Guildford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Guildford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 22:00 Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 06:20 - 22:00
- Car Park: Smart Car Spaces
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car parks 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus lay-by in Station Forecourt off Walnut Tree Close.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 09:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Both platforms.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2 and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Guildford Side of station - Station Forecourt
Most popular train connections from Plymouth
More options for your journey from Plymouth to Guildford
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

