The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Guildford
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Guildford will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
It's difficult to get from Bath to Guildford without transferring at least once.
C00669 · C331207:58 AM1h57Bath Spa (BTH)9:55 AMGuildford station (GLD)$531One-way1 transfer
C32967 · C331343:13 PM1h42Bath Spa (BTH)4:55 PMGuildford station (GLD)$531One-way1 transfer
C01232 · C3312410:13 AM1h42Bath Spa (BTH)11:55 AMGuildford station (GLD)$531One-way1 transfer
C00698 · C3312611:13 AM1h42Bath Spa (BTH)12:55 PMGuildford station (GLD)$531One-way1 transfer
C01231 · C331229:13 AM1h42Bath Spa (BTH)10:55 AMGuildford station (GLD)$531One-way1 transfer
C32967 · C331343:13 PM1h42Bath Spa (BTH)4:55 PMGuildford station (GLD)$531One-way1 transfer
C01232 · C3312410:13 AM1h42Bath Spa (BTH)11:55 AMGuildford station (GLD)$531One-way1 transfer
C00698 · C3312611:13 AM1h42Bath Spa (BTH)12:55 PMGuildford station (GLD)$531One-way1 transfer
C01231 · C331229:13 AM1h42Bath Spa (BTH)10:55 AMGuildford station (GLD)$531One-way1 transfer
C02510 · C331301:13 PM1h42Bath Spa (BTH)2:55 PMGuildford station (GLD)$531One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bath to Guildford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$55 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Guildford:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Guildford costing on average $55 (€45).
Other travel options to Guildford take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 30m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 58m by train vs 2h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $55 (€45) compared to roughly $34 (€28) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bath to Guildford train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Guildford trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C00669 · C33120 | 7:58 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h57 | 9:55 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
C01231 · C33122 | 9:13 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h42 | 10:55 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
C01232 · C33124 | 10:13 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h42 | 11:55 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
C00698 · C33126 | 11:13 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h42 | 12:55 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
C05988+ G26314+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ L83940 | 11:42 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h58 | 2:40 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 3 transfers | |
C01233 · C33128 | 12:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h42 | 1:55 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
C02510 · C33130 | 1:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h42 | 2:55 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
W34492 · C33132 | 2:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h42 | 3:55 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
C32966 · C33133 | 2:43 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h50 | 4:33 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
C32967 · C33134 | 3:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h42 | 4:55 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
C01234 · C33136 | 4:13 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h42 | 5:55 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Guildford
Trains from Bath to Guildford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:30, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 3:30 AM |
Last train 11:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to Guildford trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and Guildford from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bath to Guildford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Guildford by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Guildford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bath to Guildford
Most Bath to Guildford trains use the Bath Spa to Guildford station pair, with some services arriving at London Road (Guildford). Use this guide to compare Bath and Guildford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park train station facilities and services
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Guildford station do trains from Bath arrive at?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Road (Guildford) from Guildford city centre
London Road (Guildford) train station facilities and services
London Road (Guildford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
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