Train times from Guildford to London
Guildford connects to 4 London terminals. The fastest route is Waterloo in 32 minutes on a direct train.
- Fastest journey to London
- 32 minutes to Waterloo
- Direct service
- Yes
- London terminals served
- 4 (Waterloo, London Bridge, Paddington, Victoria)
- Operator
- South Western Railway
- Source
- Darwin Timetable Files (Rail Delivery Group), Open Government Licence v3.0
- Data reviewed
- 2026-08-17
Guildford to each London terminal
| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo | 32 min | same as fastest | 44 min | 8.0/hr | South Western Railway |
| London Bridge | 78 minchange at Redhill | no direct service | direct trains only | direct trains only | Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |
| Paddington | 82 minchange at Reading | no direct service | direct trains only | direct trains only | Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line |
| Victoria | 87 minchange at Gatwick Airport | no direct service | direct trains only | direct trains only | Southeastern, Southern |
Guildford to Waterloo
The fastest train from Guildford to London Waterloo takes 32 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by South Western Railway. That makes Guildford the 31st quickest of the 126 stations with a service into Waterloo inside 90 minutes.
Guildford to London Bridge
The fastest train from Guildford to London London Bridge takes 78 minutes and involves one change of train en route. The route is operated by Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink. That makes Guildford the 194th quickest of the 234 stations with a service into London Bridge inside 90 minutes.
Guildford to Paddington
The fastest train from Guildford to London Paddington takes 82 minutes and involves one change of train en route. The route is operated by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line. That makes Guildford the 102nd quickest of the 115 stations with a service into Paddington inside 90 minutes.
Guildford to Victoria
The fastest train from Guildford to London Victoria takes 87 minutes and involves one change of train en route. The route is operated by Southeastern, Southern. That makes Guildford the 193rd quickest of the 203 stations with a service into Victoria inside 90 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the train from Guildford to London take?
The fastest train from Guildford reaches London Waterloo in 32 minutes. Guildford connects to 4 London terminals: Waterloo, London Bridge, Paddington, Victoria.
Which London station should I travel to from Guildford?
Waterloo is the quickest at 32 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to Waterloo.
Is Guildford a good commuter town for London?
At 32 minutes to London Waterloo, Guildford is a practical commuter choice, with the fastest journey under an hour. Direct trains keep the journey simple.
Are there direct trains from Guildford to London?
Yes. Direct services run to Waterloo.
What are the nearest stations to Guildford?
The closest alternatives are London Road (Guildford), Shalford, Farncombe. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.
Other places within 45 minutes of Waterloo
Guildford is one of many places you could commute from. These are other options within 45 minutes of London Waterloo, ranked by journey time and spread across the network rather than clustered on one stretch of line.
Nearby stations
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