How to travel from Brighton to Guildford

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Compare train and bus for Brighton to Guildford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a train costs an average of €34.

Distance: 33 miles (54 km)

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Driving

€34

Average price

€22

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Cheapest

€13

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 3m

Average total duration

4h 33m

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30m

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1h 13m

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0.1 - 0.1kg

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Great Western Railway

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Guildford is a bus with an average price of €17.

This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Guildford:

A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Guildford costing on average €34.

The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Guildford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 51m.

Other travel options to Guildford take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Guildford including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brighton to Guildford among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €34 compared to roughly €13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-20.91. The journey takes 1h 21m versus 1h 13m 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.

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from Brighton to Guildford

How to get from Brighton to Guildford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Brighton to Guildford is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX025 · NX030
    8:12 AM5h28
    Brighton, Preston Circus
    1:40 PMGuildford, Egerton Road
    111One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX025 · NX030
    8:12 AM5h28
    Brighton, Preston Circus
    1:40 PMGuildford, Egerton Road
    111One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SouthernC82253+Great Western RailwayC33162
    8:40 AM1h27
    Brighton station (BTN)
    10:07 AMGuildford station (GLD)
    391One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SouthernG26294+South Western RailwayL83905
    9:31 AM2h10
    Brighton station (BTN)
    11:41 AMGuildford station (GLD)
    391One-way
    1 transfer
  • SouthernG26398+South Western RailwayL79609+ThameslinkX07757
    9:47 AM2h17
    Brighton station (BTN)
    12:04 PMGuildford station (GLD)
    391One-way
    2 transfers
  • SouthernG26419+South Western RailwayL79668+ThameslinkX07736
    12:47 PM2h17
    Brighton station (BTN)
    3:04 PMGuildford station (GLD)
    391One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX030
    8:05 AM5h35
    Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    1:40 PMGuildford, Egerton Road
    111One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX030
    4:12 PM5h48
    Brighton, Preston Circus
    10:00 PMGuildford, Egerton Road
    111One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX030
    4:05 PM5h55
    Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    10:00 PMGuildford, Egerton Road
    111One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Brighton to Guildford

Travel to Guildford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brighton to Guildford.

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There are 2 options to travel between Brighton and Guildford including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Guildford is a bus with an average price of €17.

This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Guildford:

A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Guildford costing on average €34.

The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Guildford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 2m.

Other travel options to Guildford take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 4m.

The distance from Brighton to Guildford is approximately 33 miles (54 km).
The average frequency per day from Brighton to Guildford is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brighton and Guildford as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brighton to Guildford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brighton station (BTN) and arrive in Guildford station (GLD).
  • Buses mostly depart from Brighton, Preston Circus and arrive in Guildford, Egerton Road.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brighton to Guildford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Guildford by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southern to go to Guildford by train.
Omio customers who travel from Brighton to Guildford often also extend their vacation to go to London Waterloo (WAT), London, Manchester, Reading, Wimbledon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Guildford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Guildford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Guildford, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This allows time to explore its historic sites, beautiful countryside, and enjoy local dining and shopping.

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