The cheapest and fastest buses from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Guildford station (GLD) for London Heathrow Airport on Thu, May 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 21 the direct buses cover the 27 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Thu, May 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
3:55 PM3h20Guildford station (GLD)7:15 PMLondon Heathrow Airport$281One-way0 transfers
6:35 PM2h35Guildford station (GLD)9:10 PMLondon Heathrow Airport$371One-way0 transfers
6:35 PM2h35Guildford station (GLD)9:10 PMLondon Heathrow Airport$371One-way0 transfers
3:55 PM3h20Guildford station (GLD)7:15 PMLondon Heathrow Airport$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $51.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $68 (€55).
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 48m.
You'll arrive about -2h -13m sooner (1h 48m by bus vs 35m by car) and save roughly $-4.20 (€-3.40) compared to fuel and tolls ($31 (€25) vs $27 (€22)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Megabus, First Berkshire & The Thames Valley.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Live departures
Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport buses for today, Wednesday, May 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:50 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 3h20 | 12:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:35 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 8h30 | 3:05 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 3h15 | 10:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or First Berkshire & The Thames Valley to find the best option for your trip from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or First Berkshire & The Thames Valley to find the best option for your trip from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport
Buses from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 07:50, the last at 19:35. The fastest bus covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 7:50 AM |
Last bus 7:35 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, First Berkshire & The Thames Valley from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport with Megabus, National Express, First Berkshire & The Thames Valley for as low as $20 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford station (GLD) to London Heathrow Airport by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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