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Guildford to London Waterloo train prices and times

Looking to travel from Guildford to London Waterloo? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £7.10, with average prices for this route around £17.70.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Sun, May 18
    From £15.20
  • Mon, May 19
    From £15.20
  • Tue, May 20
    From £7.10
  • Wed, May 21
    From £8.05
  • Thu, May 22
    From £7.10
  • Fri, May 23
    From £15.20
  • Sat, May 24
    From £15.80
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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00:04
Guildford
07:52
London Waterloo
7h 48m, No directGreat Western Railway
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02:27
Guildford
07:25
London Waterloo
4h 58m, No directSouth Western Railway
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06:57
Guildford
07:55
London Waterloo
58m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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07:24
Guildford
08:19
London Waterloo
55m, No directSouth Western Railway
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07:24
Guildford
08:25
London Waterloo
1h 1m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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07:43
London Road (Guildford)
08:45
Paris
1h 2m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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Guildford to London Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
00:04
Last train
Last train
23:35
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
38m
Distance
Distance
28 miles
Price
Price
£7.10*

Guildford to London Waterloo: everything you need to know

Setting off from Guildford

Guildford Station, operated by South Western Railway, is a key transport hub in Surrey, offering frequent services to London Waterloo, Reading, and Portsmouth. The station features a spacious concourse, ticket machines, and step-free access to all platforms. On top of that, a selection of shops and cafes provide refreshments, while the well-signposted taxi rank and bus interchange ensure smooth onward travel for passengers.

What to expect on your journey to London Waterloo

The quickest and most economical journey from Guildford to London Waterloo is offered by South Western Railway. Covering a distance of approximately 28 miles (about 45 km), the fastest trains reach the destination in just about 32 minutes, tjhough journey times typically range from around 35 to 45 minutes. Ticket prices on this route start as low as £7.10 and average between approximately £15 and £25, providing a cost-effective and time-efficient travel experience for travellers.

Arriving at London Waterloo

Stepping off the train at London Waterloo places you just a short walk from some of the most iconic landmarks in the city. Check out the world-famous London Eye, a giant Ferris wheel offering stunning views of the Thames, or head over to the Southbank Centre for a variety of cultural events or explore nearby Westminster Abbey and Big Ben for a taste of London’s rich history. Hop on the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern, and Waterloo & City lines to access the rest of the capital with ease.

Guildford to London Waterloo train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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