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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 23
$13
Average ticket price on Sep 23
$23
Fastest journey on Sep 23
44 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
44 m
Trains on Sep 23
14
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 14 trains from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport, including 11 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 45 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.
G1509611:36 AM0h49Guildford station (GLD)12:25 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$131One-way0 transfers- G1509712:11 PM0h44Guildford station (GLD)12:55 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$131One-way0 transfers
- G1509511:11 AM0h44Guildford station (GLD)11:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$131One-way0 transfers
- W352719:11 AM0h44Guildford station (GLD)9:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$211One-way0 transfers
- G150897:07 AM0h47Guildford station (GLD)7:54 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$211One-way0 transfers
- W352719:11 AM0h44Guildford station (GLD)9:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$211One-way0 transfers
- G1509712:11 PM0h44Guildford station (GLD)12:55 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$131One-way0 transfers
- G1509511:11 AM0h44Guildford station (GLD)11:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$131One-way0 transfers
- G1509310:10 AM0h45Guildford station (GLD)10:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$211One-way0 transfers
- G150886:10 AM0h45Guildford station (GLD)6:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Guildford to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, while a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 18 miles (29 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m 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 Guildford to London Gatwick Airport:
A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $26.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 35m.
Tickets start at around $23 compared to roughly $10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.58. The journey takes 48m versus 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Guildford to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15107 | On time 5:07 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h48 | 5:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15108 | On time 5:39 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h46 | 6:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15109 | On time 6:06 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 6:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15110 | On time 6:38 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h47 | 7:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15111 | On time 7:05 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h50 | 7:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15112 | On time 7:38 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h47 | 8:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
| G15088 | 6:10 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h45 | 6:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 L79528+ C82337 | 6:25 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1h15 | 7:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
G15445+ W32917 | 6:42 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1h07 | 7:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G15089 | 7:07 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h47 | 7:54 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15446+W32881 | 7:47 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 1h00 | 8:47 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G15090 | 8:08 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h47 | 8:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15091 | 8:38 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h46 | 9:24 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35271 | 9:11 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h44 | 9:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15092 | 9:36 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 10:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15093 | 10:10 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h45 | 10:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15094 | 10:36 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 11:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15095 | 11:11 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h44 | 11:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15096 | 11:36 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h49 | 12:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15097 | 12:11 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0h44 | 12:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:06, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (29 km) distance in 41m.
Distance 18 miles (29 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 2:06 AM |
Last train 9:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Guildford and London Gatwick Airport from $9. 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 Guildford to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport
Most Guildford to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Guildford to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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