Trains from Guildford to London from £9.15*

Guildford Station is located in the centre of the town of Guildford in Surrey, England. It provides around 139 trains per day to London Waterloo from Platform 5. The station is served by South Western Railway.

South Western Railway offers direct services to London Waterloo, with journey times typically between 32 minutes to just over an hour. Some trains are non-stop, while others make 1-3 stops, during which you can disembark at Worplesdon, Woking, and Clapham Junction.

The average cost of train tickets from Guildford to London Waterloo is £19.90. To save on your journey, consider booking in advance or purchasing a Railcard, which can save you up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.

You'll arrive at London Waterloo, a central London transportation hub located in the Waterloo area of the London Borough of Lambeth. It serves as a major terminus on the National Rail network and is also connected to a London Underground station of the same name, as well as the terminus for several main lines and offers commuter services. You can take the South Western Railway to areas such as Woking, Basingstoke, and Reading.

First-class tickets

You can travel from Guildford to London in even greater comfort with First Class Tickets.

This ticket typically includes:

• Wider seats with extra legroom for greater comfort onboard
• Tables with plug and USB sockets – perfect for those using laptops
• Enhanced Wi-Fi onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
• A range of drinks and snacks, including teas, coffees, juices, sodas, biscuits, cakes and crisps.

For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.

Is Guildford in the London zone?

No, Guildford is not within the London fare zones. Guildford is a town located in Surrey, which is outside of the London fare zone system. However, it is still easily accessible to London by train, with regular services running from Guildford to London Waterloo station. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes, depending on the train service, but could be less in some cases.

How long is the train journey from Guildford to London?

The train journey from Guildford to London takes around 40 minutes, depending on factors such as the type of train service and the specific destination in London, though could be as quick as 32 minutes.

What rail network is Guildford on?

Guildford is part of the South Western Railway network. South Western Railway operates train services in the South West region of England, including routes connecting Guildford to various destinations within Surrey, Hampshire, and London.

Is Guildford commutable to London?

Yes, Guildford is considered a commuter town and is easily commutable to London. The train journey from Guildford to London takes approximately 40-45 minutes, depending on the specific train service and destination within London.