How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Guildford?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Guildford start from £69. The average price for this train route is around £76. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Guildford?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Guildford is 3h 51m, covering a distance of 170 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 49m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Guildford route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Guildford?

The earliest train from Manchester to Guildford departs at 09:27. And the latest train departs at 15:25.

Train Manchester to Guildford from £69

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Manchester to Guildford on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:27	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 50m	13:17	Guildford	No tags
Train	11:24	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 53m	15:17	Guildford	No tags
Train	15:25	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 52m	19:17	Guildford	No tags
Train	17:25	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 52m	21:17	Guildford	No tags
Train	18:25	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 52m	22:17	Guildford	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Guildford

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Guildford. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

3h 50mAverage duration

170 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£69 - £76	Average duration3h 51m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£20 - £32	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £69

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Guildford by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Guildford?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Guildford start from £69. The average price for this train route is around £76. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Guildford?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Guildford is 3h 51m, covering a distance of 170 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 49m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Guildford route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Guildford?
The earliest train from Manchester to Guildford departs at 09:27. And the latest train departs at 15:25.