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South Croydon to Guildford Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from South Croydon to Guildford, starting from OMR 6.070 and averaging OMR 6.330. The entire journey takes no more than 47 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:16 1 hour 30 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	06:46 Guildford	Find Tickets
05:57 1 hour 27 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	07:24 Guildford	Find Tickets
06:00 1 hour 16 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	07:16 London Road (Guildford)	Find Tickets
06:04 1 hour 18 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	07:22 Guildford	Find Tickets
06:20 1 hour 4 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	07:24 Guildford	Find Tickets
06:31 1 hour 14 minutes, Changes required South Croydon	07:45 Paris	Find Tickets

South Croydon to Guildford Train Route Details

First train

00:50

Last train

23:34

Departure station

South Croydon

Arrival station

Guildford

Journey time

47 minutes

Distance

37 km

Price

OMR 6.070*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from South Croydon to Guildford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from South Croydon to Guildford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from South Croydon to Guildford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from South Croydon to Guildford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

South Croydon to Guildford train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from South Croydon to Guildford from OMR 6.070

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South Croydon to Guildford Train prices and times

South Croydon to Guildford Train Route Details