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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
6
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 $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 6 trains that leave Guildford for London Stansted Airport on Thu, Jul 23, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 23 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Thu, Jul 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
7:51 PM2h32Guildford10:23 PMLondon Stansted Airport$321One-way0 transfers- 9:34 AM2h21Guildford11:55 AMLondon Stansted Airport$341One-way0 transfers
4:34 PM2h25Guildford6:59 PMLondon Stansted Airport$431One-way0 transfers- 5:24 AM2h15Guildford7:39 AMLondon Stansted Airport$431One-way0 transfers
- 8:03 AM2h20Guildford10:23 AMLondon Stansted Airport$481One-way0 transfers
- 5:24 AM2h15Guildford7:39 AMLondon Stansted Airport$431One-way0 transfers
- 9:19 AM2h18Guildford11:37 AMLondon Stansted Airport$491One-way0 transfers
- 8:03 AM2h20Guildford10:23 AMLondon Stansted Airport$481One-way0 transfers
- 9:34 AM2h21Guildford11:55 AMLondon Stansted Airport$341One-way0 transfers
- 4:34 PM2h25Guildford6:59 PMLondon Stansted Airport$431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Guildford to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train 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 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m 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 Stansted Airport:
A bus is $9 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Guildford to London Stansted Airport costing on average $40 (€40).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 11m.
Tickets start at around $40 (€40) compared to roughly $24 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.55 (€-15.55). The journey takes 1h 58m versus 1h 33m 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 Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L80920+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66157 | On time 4:58 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h42 | 7:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L81374 · L82990+P66157+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale | On time 5:14 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h26 | 7:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| L81374+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66169 | On time 5:14 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h45 | 7:59 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L81613+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66181 | On time 5:37 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h30 | 8:07 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L83859 · L80927+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66181 | On time 5:50 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h17 | 8:07 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| L83859+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P66193 | On time 5:50 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h33 | 8:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L81620+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66205 | On time 6:04 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h35 | 8:39 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L79529 · L78884+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66205 | On time 6:24 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h15 | 8:39 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| L81625+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P02913 | 6:34 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h35 | 9:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L83865+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P02913 | On time 6:43 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h26 | 9:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L83865 · L81943+P66216+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale | On time 6:43 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h11 | 8:54 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| L83871 · L84514+P02913+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale | On time 7:01 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h08 | 9:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| L79538+P66249+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street | On time 7:15 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h24 | 9:39 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L79538 · L81947+P66249+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale | On time 7:15 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h24 | 9:39 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
L83874+P66261+Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C38081 | On time 7:29 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h25 | 9:54 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| L81641+P66272+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale | 7:34 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h35 | 10:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L84064+P66272+Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street | 7:41 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h28 | 10:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L79545+P66272+C37719+Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) | 7:52 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h17 | 10:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| L84065 · L82887+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66283 | 8:03 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h20 | 10:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| L81652+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66294 | 8:04 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h33 | 10:37 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L81402+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66294 | 8:22 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h15 | 10:37 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L81658+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66308 | 8:34 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h21 | 10:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L81408+P66323+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale | 8:46 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h21 | 11:07 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L81669+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P02921 | 9:04 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h19 | 11:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Guildford to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€21) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:14, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€21) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 4:14 AM |
Last train 7:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Tube, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway from Guildford to London Stansted Airport trainsTube, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway trains will get you between Guildford and London Stansted Airport from $21 (€21). 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 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
Most Guildford to London Stansted Airport trains use the Guildford to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and London Stansted 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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