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 18From £15.20
- Mon, May 19From £15.20
- Tue, May 20From £7.10
- Wed, May 21From £8.05
- Thu, May 22From £7.10
- Fri, May 23From £15.20
- Sat, May 24From £15.80
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:04 Guildford | 07:52 London Waterloo | 7h 48m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
02:27 Guildford | 07:25 London Waterloo | 4h 58m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:57 Guildford | 07:55 London Waterloo | 58m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:24 Guildford | 08:19 London Waterloo | 55m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:24 Guildford | 08:25 London Waterloo | 1h 1m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:43 London Road (Guildford) | 08:45 Paris | 1h 2m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Guildford to London Waterloo train route details





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.
How to book cheap train tickets from Guildford to London Waterloo

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Network Railcard for Southeast England

Travelling in off-peak train times

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Group travels to save 1/3
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:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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