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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Stansted is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Stansted is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Stansted?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Millbrook and arriving at Flagstone Paving via Quarry Hill Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Otford via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Guildford to Stansted?

The distance between Guildford and Stansted is 58 miles. The road distance is 50.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Guildford to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Stansted bus from?

Guildford to Stansted bus services, operated by Compass Travel, depart from Millbrook station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Stansted train from?

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

Train or bus from Guildford to Stansted?

The best way to get from Guildford to Stansted is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 223 bus, which costs and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Guildford to Stansted bus arrive?

Guildford to Stansted bus services, operated by Compass Travel, arrive at Redhill Bus Station.

Where does the Guildford to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Guildford to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Stansted is 50 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Guildford to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 2267+ hotels available in Stansted.

Guildford to Stansted - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 223 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Guildford to Stansted 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 London Waterloo East to Otfordtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
2h 25m
£52–83
Drive 50.1 mi
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1. Drive from Guildford to Stanstedcar 50.1 mi
51 min
£13–18
Bus, line 223 bus
1. Take the bus from Millbrook to Redhill Bus Stationbus 32
2. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Flagstone Pavingbus 223
4h 18m
Train, line 223 bus
1. Take the train from Guildford to Redhilltrain
2. Take the train from Redhill to Tonbridgetrain
3. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Flagstone Pavingbus 223
3h 15m

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Distance: 57.9 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Stansted via London Waterloo, London Waterloo East, and Otford in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Millbrook to Flagstone Paving via Redhill Bus Station, Redhill, Tonbridge, and Quarry Hill Parade in around 4h 18m.

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