The cheapest and fastest trains from Richmond to Guildford
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Richmond to Guildford will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 trains that leave Richmond for Guildford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 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.






Live departures
Richmond to Guildford train times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond to Guildford trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:01 Richmond | 1h02 | 08:03 Guildford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:58 Richmond | 1h04 | 10:02 Guildford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
![]() | 04:58 Richmond | 0h56 | 05:54 Guildford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:28 Richmond | 0h56 | 06:24 Guildford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:58 Richmond | 0h56 | 06:54 Guildford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond to Guildford
Trains from Richmond to Guildford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 56m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 00:57 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Richmond to Guildford trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Richmond and Guildford from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Richmond to Guildford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond 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 Richmond and Guildford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 10:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Waiting rooms location: No waiting room but seating is available.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Richmond: Lower Mortlake Road (A316) Bus Stop SM To Barnes: Manor Road (B353) Bus Stop SC
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:45 Saturday 06:15 - 21:45 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
- 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
- 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 in the platform level Concourse area. The National key toilets are located at the platform level Concourse area; 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle stands located in car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Opposite station on Kew Road (A307) bus stop Z
- 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
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