The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Guildford
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Guildford will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 4 trains that leave Nottingham for Guildford on Tue, Dec 09, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 4 h 24 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 Nottingham to Guildford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 121 miles (195 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€98 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Guildford train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Guildford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:07 AM Nottingham | 4h24 | 12:31 PM Guildford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Nottingham | 3h12 | 12:02 PM Guildford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:11 PM Nottingham | 3h21 | 6:32 PM Guildford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Guildford by bus or train
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Why should you book Nottingham to Guildford trains with Omio?
East Midlands Trains as well as CrossCountry offer trains services from Nottingham to Guildford. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham to Guildford.
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Guildford.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While East Midlands Trains tickets can be bought on East Midlands Trains's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry to help you choose the right option for your journey from Nottingham to Guildford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Guildford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Guildford
Trains from Nottingham to Guildford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:47, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€39) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 00:47 |
Last train 21:50 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry from Nottingham to Guildford trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry trains will get you between Nottingham and Guildford from $18 (€15). 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 Nottingham to Guildford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Guildford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
- 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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