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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Guildford
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Guildford will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sheffield 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 246 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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.
10:003h32Sheffield13:32Guildford£571One-way0 changes
7:564h06Sheffield12:02Guildford£761One-way0 changes- 8:564h06Sheffield13:02Guildford£771One-way0 changes
- 10:003h32Sheffield13:32Guildford£571One-way0 changes
- 8:564h06Sheffield13:02Guildford£771One-way0 changes
- 7:564h06Sheffield12:02Guildford£761One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sheffield to Guildford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 246 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£62 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sheffield to Guildford train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Guildford trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:56 Sheffield | 4h06 | 12:02 Guildford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:56 Sheffield | 4h06 | 13:02 Guildford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:00 Sheffield | 3h32 | 13:32 Guildford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Guildford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Guildford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 4:58 |
Last train 22:11 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Sheffield to Guildford trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Guildford from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Guildford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Guildford
Most Sheffield to Guildford trains use the Sheffield to Guildford station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Guildford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Guildford leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Guildford station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
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.
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