What is the cheapest way to get from Guildford to Stanstead?

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Stanstead is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Guildford to Stanstead?

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Stanstead is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Drummer St Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Sudbury (Suffolk) via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Marks Tey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Guildford to Stanstead?

The distance between Guildford and Stanstead is 101 miles. The road distance is 96 miles.

How do I travel from Guildford to Stanstead without a car?

The best way to get from Guildford to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £45 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Guildford to Stanstead?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Guildford to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Stanstead bus from?

Guildford to Stanstead bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Stanstead train from?

Guildford to Stanstead train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Guildford station.

Train or bus from Guildford to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Guildford to Stanstead is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Guildford to Stanstead bus arrive?

Guildford to Stanstead bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Guildford to Stanstead train arrive?

Guildford to Stanstead train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Stanstead is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Guildford to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 673+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Guildford to Stanstead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 43 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Guildford to Stanstead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to London Waterlootrain Guildford - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
4h 52m
£45–100
Drive 95.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Guildford to Stansteadcar 95.4 mi
2h 24m
£24–34
Bus, train, line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra2
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchestertrain
4. Take the bus from Bruff Close to Bus Stationbus 43 / ...
7h
£50–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 13A / ...
7h 59m
£24–52

Guildford to Stanstead by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 100.5 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Guildford, England and Stanstead, England?

You can take a train from Guildford to Stanway Close via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to Stanway Close via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Parkside, Drummer St Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 59m.

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