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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Guildford is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Guildford is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Guildford?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Guildford station. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Guildford station via Luton Station Interchange and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Guildford?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Guildford. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Guildford via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Guildford?

The distance between Harpenden and Guildford is 57 miles. The road distance is 49.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Guildford without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 43m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Harpenden to Guildford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Guildford bus from?

Harpenden to Guildford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Guildford train from?

Harpenden to Guildford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Guildford?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Guildford is to train via London which takes 1h 43m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Harpenden to Guildford bus arrive?

Harpenden to Guildford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Harpenden to Guildford train arrive?

Harpenden to Guildford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Guildford station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Guildford?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Guildford is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Harpenden to Guildford.

How do I get a train ticket from Harpenden to Guildford?

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Where can I stay near Guildford?

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Harpenden to Guildford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Harpenden to Guildford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Guildfordtrain London Waterloo - Guildford / ...
1h 43m
£23–46
Drive 49.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harpenden to Guildfordcar 49.1 mi
1h 2m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
3h 24m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harpenden to Guildfordtaxi 49.1 mi
1h 2m
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Redhilltrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
2. Take the train from Redhill to Guildfordtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2h 3m
£30–63
Line 321 bus, line 724 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Park Paradebus 321
2. Take the bus from Park Parade to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 724 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
3h 48m

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Map of how to get from Harpenden to Guildford.

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Distance: 56.2 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Guildford every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Guildford station via Luton Station Interchange, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 3h 24m.

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