Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 11

Cheapest price on Oct 11

$27

Average ticket price on Oct 11

$27

Fastest journey on Oct 11

1 h 35 m

Average journey duration on Oct 11

1 h 41 m

Trains on Oct 11

5

Distance

29 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford station (GLD) 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 station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least 2 times.

  • South Western RailwaySW538800 · L79565+SouthernG88050
    8:07 AM1h41
    Guildford station (GLD)
    9:48 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $271One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwaySW537000 · L83893+SouthernG26291
    8:31 AM1h47
    Guildford station (GLD)
    10:18 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $271One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwaySW542600 · L78767+SouthernX12373
    8:53 AM1h40
    Guildford station (GLD)
    10:33 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $271One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwaySW538700 · L79585+SouthernG88060
    9:07 AM1h41
    Guildford station (GLD)
    10:48 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $271One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwaySW533400 · L79925+SouthernG26084
    8:28 AM1h35
    Guildford station (GLD)
    10:03 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    $271One-way
    2 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport

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Trains from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 18:38. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (29 km) distance in 39m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
18 miles (29 km)
Average train duration
49m
Cheapest ticket price
$12 (€10)
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
39m
First train
6:07 AM
Last train
6:38 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Live departures

Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Saturday, October 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
South Western RailwaySW515300 · L78541+SouthernG26185
On time
10:23 AM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
12:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW050800 · L81433+SouthernG2630210:28 AM Guildford station (GLD)
1h59
12:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW054200 · L78549+SouthernG26191
On time
10:53 AM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
12:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW201400 · L78557+SouthernG26193
On time
11:23 AM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
1:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW050700 · L81445+SouthernG2630811:28 AM Guildford station (GLD)
1h59
1:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW177400 · L78573+SouthernG26201
On time
12:23 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
2:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW050600 · L81457+SouthernG2631312:28 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h59
2:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW169500 · L78589+SouthernG26209
On time
1:23 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
3:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW050500 · L81470+SouthernG263191:28 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h59
3:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW169300 · L78605+SouthernG26217
On time
2:23 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
4:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW050400 · L81483+SouthernG26324
On time
2:28 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h59
4:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW169100 · L78621+SouthernG26226
On time
3:23 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
5:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW050300 · L81495+SouthernG26330
On time
3:28 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h59
5:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW168900 · L78637+SouthernG26235
On time
4:23 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
6:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW050200 · L81507+SouthernG26336
On time
4:28 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h59
6:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW168700 · L78653+SouthernG262435:23 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
7:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW050100 · L81519+SouthernG26342
On time
5:28 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h59
7:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW168500 · L78669+SouthernG262536:23 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
8:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW050000 · L81531+SouthernG26349
On time
6:28 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h59
8:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW168300 · L78683+SouthernG262607:23 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
9:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW049900 · L81543+SouthernG26355
On time
7:28 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h59
9:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW049800 · L81555+SouthernG263618:28 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h59
10:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW064400 · L80300+SouthernC82303
On time
9:02 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h55
10:57 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW049700 · L81569+SouthernG263689:28 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h54
11:22 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW053100 · L78715+SouthernC82664
On time
9:53 PM Guildford station (GLD)
1h45
11:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW064300 · L78721+SouthernC82312
On time
10:02 PM Guildford station (GLD)
2h03
12:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW053000 · L80328+SouthernG2700110:53 PM Guildford station (GLD)
2h07
1:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW006900 · L80560+SouthernC8231511:33 PM Guildford station (GLD)
2h35
2:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
Sunday, October 11
South Western RailwaySW538800 · L79565+SouthernG880508:07 AM Guildford station (GLD)
1h41
9:48 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW533400 · L79925+SouthernG260848:28 AM Guildford station (GLD)
1h35
10:03 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW537000 · L83893+SouthernG262918:31 AM Guildford station (GLD)
1h47
10:18 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW542600 · L78767+SouthernX123738:53 AM Guildford station (GLD)
1h40
10:33 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers
South Western RailwaySW538700 · L79585+SouthernG880609:07 AM Guildford station (GLD)
1h41
10:48 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 transfers

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Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
39m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
$12 (€10)
Great Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
55m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
$26 (€22)
South Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
57m
Cheapest Southern Price
$26 (€22)
Southern frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford station (GLD) 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $12 (€10), while the average price is around $22 (€18).
The train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport takes 39m and runs 9 per day.
The distance by train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport is 18 miles (29 km).
The first train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 6:07 AM.
The last train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 6:38 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport. This service operates 7 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport.
The train journey from Guildford to London Gatwick Airport offers views of the picturesque Surrey countryside, including lush greenery and charming villages, making it a pleasant and scenic ride.
Yes, you can take the train from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport.
Popular day trips by train from London Gatwick Airport include London, Brighton, Southampton, Haywards Heath, Guildford.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport

Most Guildford station (GLD) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Guildford to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford station (GLD) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Guildford
Arrival train stations in London
GuildfordGuildford station, Station Approach, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4UTShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre

Bus53 · 2m · $2
18 · 16m · $2 · every ~2 min

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.

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