The cheapest and fastest trains from Winchester to Guildford
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winchester to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winchester to Guildford will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 1 trains that leave Winchester for Guildford on Wed, Jan 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 21 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Wed, Jan 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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 train and bus for Winchester to Guildford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winchester to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, and a bus costs an average of €17.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€23 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Winchester to Guildford train times
The table below shows live departures for Winchester to Guildford trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:54 AM Winchester | 1h08 | 10:02 AM Guildford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Winchester to Guildford trains with Omio?
South Western Railway as well as Cross Country offer trains services from Winchester to Guildford. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Winchester to Guildford.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Winchester to Guildford.
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- Multiple travel company options: While South Western Railway tickets can be bought on South Western Railway's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Winchester to Guildford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Winchester to Guildford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Winchester to Guildford
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Winchester to Guildford start from as low as $22 (€17) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $29 (€23) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 4 daily trains from Winchester to Guildford with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 44m but the average duration is 49m
Train Operators
- Travel from Winchester to Guildford with South Western Railway and Cross Country
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is South Western Railway.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Winchester station (WIN) and arrive in Guildford station (GLD)
- First train typically departs at 12:03 AM and the last at 11:57 PM
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€17) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Cross Country from Winchester to Guildford trainsSouth Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Winchester and Guildford from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
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FAQs: Trains from Winchester to Guildford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winchester 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 Winchester to Guildford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:00 - 20:30 Please note; these are the the opening times for the ticket office in the booking hall on platform 1. The ticket office on platform 2 is open from 06:15 - 08:40 Monday to Friday.
- Type of shops available: Marks and Spencer in the booking hall on Platform 2. (closed since March 2020.)
- Car Park: Smart Car
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients)
- 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: Toilets are closed at 2030. The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1; 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: A heated waiting room is located on Platform 2. The seating complies with the Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 car park, platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Hill Bus Stop
- 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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