Guildford to London Waterloo Trains From £16.80*

Take a day trip or daily commute to the capital for less when you travel by train with South Western Railway from Guildford to London Waterloo.

On comfortable services, go from Guildford to London in approximately 35 minutes on fast, direct routes. Travelling by train allows commuters to enjoy the ride, get started on some work, or simply sit back and enjoy the leafy green suburban views from your window before you begin the iconic approach into London.

With around 150 daily trains from Guildford to London Waterloo, from the first train at 04:55 to the last train at 23:53, travelling by train is convenient and flexible. It is affordable too with fares starting from just £16.80 when you buy cheap train tickets with TrainPal.

South Western Railway (SWR) runs a well-connected network of trains around Southern England. Popular routes include links between London Waterloo and places Bournemouth, Exeter, Portsmouth, and Yeovil.

Departing from Guildford

Guildford Station serves the town of Guildford, Surrey, with connections to London and other stations along the Portsmouth Direct Line.

First opened in 1845, the station is today modern and well-provisioned, with accessible toilets, step-free access to all platforms (category B), comfortable seating areas, free Wi-Fi, and food counters to buy light meals, snacks, and drinks before departure. 

Getting to the station is simple on local bus services that drop passengers off at Guildford Bus Station, directly opposite and just one minute from the railway station. If you’re arriving by bike, there is a sheltered bicycle storage area, as well as a drop-off point for hire bikes.

From Guildford, travel with South Western Railway and Great Western Railway(GWR) to London Waterloo, Portsmouth, Farnham, Gatwick, Reading and more.

Main stops

On South Western Railway, direct routes from Guildford to London Waterloo, your train will typically call at some or all of London Road (Guildford), Clandon, Horsley, Effingham Junction, Cobham & Stoke D'Abernon, Oxshott, Claygate, Hinchley Wood, Surbiton, Wimbledon, Earlsfield, Clapham Junction, and Vauxhall. Exact routes vary depending on train times and available services.

Arriving at London Waterloo

London Waterloo is the UK’s third busiest station, with convenient facilities and excellent transport links around London. As the UK's largest station in terms of floor space, you’ll have plenty of space to relax and unwind if you like to spend some time in the station before starting your London visit. Browse a wide variety of shops and restaurants on the balcony that runs along almost the whole width of the concourse. Sit in the large seated area on the main concourse, and make use of free public Wi-Fi, a water fountain, accessible toilets, cash machines, and photo booths.

Situated in the Borough of Lambeth, you’ll arrive just minutes away from some of London’s top destinations. Head to the South Bank for street food, great vibes, and attractions like the London Eye, National Theatre, and the Southbank Centre.

To travel further around London, board handy London buses that pick you up immediately outside the station, or travel on the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern, or Waterloo & City lines of the London Underground. With metro trains running every few minutes, it won’t take long to reach your destination. For active travel around London, hire a bike from outside the front of London Waterloo.

South Western Railway has exclusive control over all routes from London Waterloo, operating trains to Weymouth, Portsmouth, Epsom, Guildford, Reading, Exeter, and Salisbury, among many other destinations.

South Western Railway train classes

• Standard Class: For the lowest prices on your journey from Guildford to London Waterloo, choose Standard Class tickets. All South Western Railway services come with free Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, optional tables, and optional Quiet Zones.
• First Class: For the most luxurious travel experience, buy First Class Guildford to London Waterloo tickets. Travel to London in style, with wireless charging integrated into the tables, and extra spacious seats (made of leather).

South Western Railway train travel advice

• Children: Take under-5s on South Western Railway services for free, plus benefit from discounts for older kids. Family days out are cheaper by train!
• Pets: Travel with non-human friends at no extra cost. Each passenger can bring up to two pets on board, so long as dogs remain on a lead and other small animals stay in a carrier.
• Luggage: Three bags per passenger are permitted with SWR. This can include up to two large bags and one smaller item. The operator also offers a transport service called Luggage Buddy.
• Bicycles: Reserve a free space to bring your bike on the Guildford to London trains. Note: restrictions apply during peak times.
• Passenger Assist: Book Passenger Assist up to two hours before you travel with South Western Railway if you need extra help with your journey, from help boarding, to assistance navigating the stations safely.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.