Train Tickets to Guildford
London to Guildford
32m
Manchester to Guildford
3h 32m
Birmingham to Guildford
2h 28m
Train travel to Guildford guide
Opened in 1845 and rebuilt in 1880, Guildford Station is well-connected with direct services from London Waterloo, Reading, Woking, and Gatwick Airport, served by South Western railway and Great Western railway, making it an ideal base for both locals and visitors.
The station's central location offers easy access to Guildford's shops, cultural attractions, and entertainment. Within walking distance, you can explore Guildford High Street, a vibrant area filled with shops, restaurants, and cafés; visit the Guildford Museum, which showcases local history; or catch a performance at G Live, a popular venue for live music and events.
Which train companies run trains to Guildford?
Choose from Great Western Railway and South Western Railway for convenient journeys to and from Guildford, serving numerous UK locations. Price and duration can vary, so be sure to check when making your booking.
What are Guildford's opening hours?
You can expect Guildford to be open between the hours of 0:01 and 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.
Pick up & drop off at Guildford
Guildford offers easy access with dedicated parking and pick-up/drop-off zones.
Connectivity of the Guildford?
London, London Waterloo, Woking, Clapham and Clapham Junction are just a few popular locations that run services to and from Guildford. Frequent buses and taxi services are also available from the station, though we recommend researching prior to your journey to be sure.
Guildford live timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Guildford, check now to plan your next journey.
Departures
Arrivals
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
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Guildford to Portsmouth Harbour | 12:10 | 4 | South Western Railway | On time |
Guildford to London Waterloo | 12:04 | 1 | South Western Railway | On time |
Guildford to Gatwick Airport | 12:10 | 4 | Great Western Railway | On time |
Guildford to London Waterloo | 12:19 | 5 | South Western Railway | On time |
Guildford to Reading | 12:20 | 8 | Great Western Railway | On time |
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
London Waterloo to Guildford | 10:53 | 1 | South Western Railway | On time |
London Waterloo to Guildford | 11:29 | 12 | South Western Railway | On time |
Reading to Guildford | 11:23 | 5 | Great Western Railway | On time |
London Waterloo to Guildford | 11:03 | 4 | South Western Railway | On time |
Gatwick Airport to Guildford | 11:29 | 1 | Great Western Railway | On time |
Station Details
Address:
Guildford station, Station Approach, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4UTTicket Office opening hours::
Monday to Friday open from 06:15:00 until 21:00:00
Saturday open from 06:15:00 until 21:00:00
Sunday open from 07:00:00 until 21:00:00
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AvailableFacilities
Toilets
Shops
Station Buffet
ATM
Cycle storage
Cycle storage CCTV
Cycle storage notes
Services
Accessible Booking Office counter
Wheelchairs
Accessible ticket machines
Step-free access
How to buy cheap train tickets to Guildford
Book in Advance
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