How to travel from Southampton to Guildford

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Compare bus and train for Southampton to Guildford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a train costs an average of $39.

Distance: 42 miles (69 km)

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$39

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1h 58m

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1h 28m

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2h 22m

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from Southampton to Guildford

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

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

  • National Express
    4:30 PM5h00
    Southampton
    9:30 PMGuildford
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

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  • National Express
    4:30 PM5h00
    Southampton
    9:30 PMGuildford
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    4:30 PM5h00
    Southampton
    9:30 PMGuildford
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Southampton 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 Southampton to Guildford.

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There are 2 options to travel between Southampton and Guildford including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to Guildford is a bus with an average price of $25.

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

A bus is $14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Guildford costing on average $39.

The fastest way to travel from Southampton to Guildford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 58m.

Other travel options to Guildford take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 22m.

The distance from Southampton to Guildford is approximately 42 miles (69 km).
The average frequency per day from Southampton to Guildford is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Southampton to Guildford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Southampton Central (SOU) and arrive in Guildford station (GLD).
  • Buses mostly depart from Southampton, Coach Station and arrive in Guildford, Egerton Road.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Fishbourne and arrive in Portsmouth Harbour.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Southampton to Guildford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, Bluestar to go to Guildford by bus.
  • Travel with South Western Railway, Southern, Cross Country, Southern to go to Guildford by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Southampton to Guildford:
  • 0 direct trains per day with South Western Railway.
Omio customers who travel from Southampton 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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