The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 3 trains that leave Guildford for London Stansted Airport on Thu, Dec 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Guildford to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Guildford to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€65 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Guildford to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:04 AM Guildford | 2h26 | 7:30 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:53 AM Guildford | 2h18 | 10:11 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:04 AM Guildford | 2h23 | 10:27 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:08 AM Guildford | 2h19 | 10:27 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:38 AM Guildford | 2h19 | 10:57 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Guildford to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 18:45 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Tube from Guildford to London Stansted Airport trainsSouth Western Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Tube trains will get you between Guildford and London Stansted Airport from $29 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Abellio Greater Anglia
Tube
FAQs: Trains from Guildford to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Guildford to London Stansted Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 22:00 Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 06:20 - 22:00
- Car Park: Smart Car Spaces
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2, next to the subway ramp. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car parks 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus lay-by in Station Forecourt off Walnut Tree Close.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 09:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Both platforms.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2 and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Guildford Side of station - Station Forecourt
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