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Guildford Museum
Town museum in a historic gatehouse and house. It covers Guildford's archaeology, crafts, and social history in a compact central setting.
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
7 m
Average duration
8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Woking to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Woking to Guildford will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 6 trains that leave Woking for Guildford on Sun, Aug 16, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 9 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.
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L81535Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Woking to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 5 miles (9 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Woking to Guildford:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Woking to Guildford costing on average $8 (€6).
Other travel options to Guildford take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (9m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Woking to Guildford trains for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L83879 | On time 9:12 AM Woking station (WOK) | 0h11 | 9:23 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79560 | Delayed 8:27 AM 9:25 AMWoking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 8:34 AM 8:34 AMGuildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79568 | On time 9:55 AM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 10:02 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83890 | On time 10:13 AM Woking station (WOK) | 0h11 | 10:24 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79578 | On time 10:25 AM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 10:32 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79588 | On time 10:55 AM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 11:02 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83912 | On time 12:13 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h10 | 12:23 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79616 | On time 12:25 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 12:32 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79626 | On time 12:55 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h08 | 1:03 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83924 | On time 1:14 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h10 | 1:24 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79636 | On time 1:25 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 1:32 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79645 | On time 1:55 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 2:02 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83936 | On time 2:13 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h10 | 2:23 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79655 | On time 2:25 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 2:32 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79665 | On time 2:55 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 3:02 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83948 | On time 3:13 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h10 | 3:23 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79675 | On time 3:25 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 3:32 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79685 | On time 3:55 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 4:02 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84024 | On time 10:13 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h10 | 10:23 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79812 | On time 10:25 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 10:32 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81552 | On time 10:39 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 10:46 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79822 | On time 10:55 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h08 | 11:03 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84036 | On time 11:13 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h10 | 11:23 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79826 | On time 11:27 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0h07 | 11:34 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Woking to Guildford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 7m.
Distance 5 miles (9 km) |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Guildford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Guildford trip today.
Town museum in a historic gatehouse and house. It covers Guildford's archaeology, crafts, and social history in a compact central setting.
Public gallery showing changing exhibitions of British art and craft. A well-regarded cultural stop in the heart of Guildford.
University gallery presenting contemporary exhibitions, student work, and events. It offers a fresh, creative counterpoint to the town's historic sites.
Guildford's main street is lined with historic buildings, shops, and views toward the castle. It is the essential place to experience the town.
Canalside walking route with locks, boats, and wildlife. A relaxing escape close to the center and one of Guildford's best scenic walks.
Popular landscaped park below the castle. It offers lawns, flowerbeds, and easy access to the town's historic core.
A Surrey county classic of slow-braised beef in red wine and stock, linked to local farming traditions and hearty English pub cooking.
A traditional English snack of pork wrapped in crisp breadcrumbs and fried. Common in Surrey pubs and butchers as a local savoury staple.
Fresh trout from the River Wey area, usually simply cooked to highlight local waters and Surrey's long fishing and market heritage.
Refined British tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting. One of Guildford's best-known fine dining destinations.
Established Guildford coffee roaster and cafe, loved for specialty coffee, brunch and relaxed all-day dining.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, mezze and a lively atmosphere close to central Guildford.
Moderate for the South East of England. Hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but less than London; local buses and rail add up for day trips.
Service may be included at restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Woking 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.

Most Woking to Guildford trains use the Woking to Guildford station pair, with some services arriving at London Road (Guildford). Use this guide to compare Woking and Guildford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Woking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Woking.
Wi-Fi is available at Woking. ATMs are available at Woking.
Ticket office support is available at Woking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Woking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available outside both station entrances. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance, 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.
Worplesdon is 3 km from Woking city centre. Public transport options include:
Worplesdon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Worplesdon.
Ticket office support is available at Worplesdon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worplesdon: Parking, WC.
Available at Worplesdon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worplesdon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London) via side gate (kept locked when station staffed). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Guildford.
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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 options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
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