What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford is to rideshare which costs £2 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross (Station) and Guildford?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross and arriving at Library via Cromwell Road Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross (Station) and Guildford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Guildford. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford?

The distance between Charing Cross (Station) and Guildford is 31 miles. The road distance is 32.1 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £12 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford?

The train from London Waterloo Station to Guildford takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford bus from?

Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford train from?

Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford?

The best way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £12 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 715 bus, which costs £5 - £90 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford bus arrive?

Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Fairfield Bus Station.

Where does the Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford train arrive?

Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Guildford station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford is 32 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford?

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Where can I stay near Guildford?

There are 1023+ hotels available in Guildford.

Can I share a ride from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Charing Cross (Station) and Guildford. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 6 ways to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Guildfordtrain London Waterloo - Guildford / ...
1h 19m
£12–26
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Guildfordrideshare 31.1 mi
1h 4m
£2
Bus, line 715 bus
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Fairfield Bus Stationbus N87
2. Take the bus from Cromwell Road Bus Station to Librarybus 715
2h 39m
£6–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
2h 50m
£5–6
Drive 31.9 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildfordcar 31.9 mi
49 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross (Station) to Guildfordtaxi 31.9 mi
49 min
£140–170

Charing Cross (Station) to Guildford by foot and train

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Distance: 30.4 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Charing Cross (Station), Greater London, England and Guildford, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Guildford every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £12–26 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Library via Fairfield Bus Station and Cromwell Road Bus Station in around 2h 39m.

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