Map of Guildford Station – Train, Bus & Entrance Guide
Guildford Station is the principal railway station serving Guildford and one of the most important transport interchanges in Surrey. Located beside Walnut Tree Close near Guildford town centre, the station provides frequent regional and suburban services towards London, Reading, Gatwick Airport, Portsmouth and destinations across southern England.
The station stands between Walnut Tree Close, Guildford Park Road and the River Wey. Its central location places passengers within walking distance of Guildford High Street, the University of Surrey, Guildford Cathedral and the town’s principal shopping, business and visitor districts.
This map of Guildford Station provides a location guide to the Walnut Tree Close and Guildford Park Road entrances, railway platforms, bus stops, taxi facilities, parking areas, surrounding streets and nearby Guildford attractions.
## Quick Answer
Guildford Station is located beside Walnut Tree Close near Guildford town centre. The principal Walnut Tree Close entrance provides level access to the booking hall and all platforms, while the Guildford Park Road entrance serves the western side of the station but does not provide step-free access.
## Map of Guildford Station
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
## Where Is Guildford Station Located?
Guildford Station is located beside Walnut Tree Close in Guildford, Surrey, England.
The station stands west of the River Wey and close to Bridge Street, Onslow Street, Guildford Park Road and the town centre. The University of Surrey, Guildford Cathedral, Friary shopping centre and Guildford High Street are within walking distance.
The map marker identifies the principal Walnut Tree Close entrance on the eastern side of the station.
## Train Services
### South Western Railway
South Western Railway operates frequent regional and suburban services through Guildford Station.
Major destinations include London Waterloo, Woking, Clapham Junction, Portsmouth Harbour, Haslemere, Petersfield, Aldershot, Farnham and Ascot.
Services towards London may use different routes and stopping patterns, so passengers should check the destination and departure information before boarding.
### Great Western Railway
Great Western Railway operates regional services along the North Downs Line.
Major destinations include Reading, Wokingham, Blackwater, Farnborough North, Redhill, Reigate and Gatwick Airport.
Some journeys may require a change depending on the current timetable and destination.
Passengers should check current departure boards because destinations, stopping patterns and platform allocations may change.
## Station Areas
### Walnut Tree Close Entrance
The principal station entrance is located beside Walnut Tree Close on the eastern side of the railway.
It provides access to the booking hall, passenger information displays, ticket barriers, taxi facilities and routes towards all railway platforms.
Level and ramped routes provide step-free access from this entrance, although some routes may be long or steep.
### Guildford Park Road Entrance
A secondary entrance is located on the western side of the station near Guildford Park Road.
This entrance is useful for the University of Surrey, Guildford Cathedral and neighbourhoods west of the railway.
The Guildford Park Road entrance does not provide step-free access to the complete station.
### Main Concourse
The main concourse contains ticketing facilities, departure boards, passenger assistance points, shops and access routes towards the railway platforms.
### Railway Platforms
Guildford Station has eight numbered passenger platforms.
The platforms serve terminating and through trains operating towards London, Reading, Gatwick Airport, Portsmouth and other destinations.
### Platform Subway
A passenger subway connects the main entrance with the railway platforms.
Ramps and stairways provide access between the subway and platform level.
### Station Forecourt
The forecourt outside the Walnut Tree Close entrance provides access to taxis, passenger drop-off areas, bicycle parking and local transport connections.
## Station Facilities
• Ticket office and ticket machines
• Passenger information displays
• Staffed passenger areas
• Accessible main entrance
• Ramps and stairways
• Step-free routes to all platforms from Walnut Tree Close
• Waiting rooms and sheltered seating
• Toilets and accessible toilets
• Changing Places facility
• Baby-changing facilities
• Passenger assistance services
• Shops and food outlets
• Bicycle parking
• Taxi facilities
• Passenger drop-off and pickup areas
• Station car parking
• Public Wi-Fi
Passengers requiring step-free access should use the Walnut Tree Close entrance and check current accessibility information before travelling.
## Transport Connections
### Buses
Local buses operate from stops around Walnut Tree Close, Bridge Street, Onslow Street and Guildford town centre.
Services provide connections with the University of Surrey, Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford suburbs and surrounding Surrey communities.
### Guildford Bus Station
Guildford Bus Station is a separate facility located beside the Friary shopping centre.
It is within walking distance of the railway station and provides local and regional bus services.
### Gatwick Airport
Great Western Railway operates direct services between Guildford and Gatwick Airport on selected journeys.
Passengers should check the current timetable because frequencies and stopping patterns may vary.
### Taxis
A taxi rank is located outside the main Walnut Tree Close entrance.
Passengers should follow current station signs for authorised taxis and private-hire pickup areas.
### Walking
Guildford High Street, Friary shopping centre, the River Wey, Guildford Castle and the town centre are within walking distance.
### Cycling
Bicycle parking and local cycling routes are available around the station.
Cyclists should take care around taxis, buses and pedestrians near the station forecourt.
### Car Parking
Station parking is available around Guildford Station.
Drivers should check current access arrangements, parking charges and space availability before travelling.
## Nearby Attractions
• Guildford High Street
• Guildford Castle
• Guildford Cathedral
• University of Surrey
• River Wey
• Dapdune Wharf
• Guildford Museum
• Guildford House Gallery
• G Live
• Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
• Friary shopping centre
• Stoke Park
## Visitor Tips
Check the departure boards carefully because Guildford Station serves trains operating along several different routes.
Confirm whether your London train travels through Woking or uses an alternative stopping pattern.
Use the Walnut Tree Close entrance when step-free access is required.
Use the Guildford Park Road entrance for the University of Surrey, Guildford Cathedral and destinations west of the railway when stairs are suitable.
Allow additional time when changing platforms because some accessible routes use long or steep ramps.
Check live railway information before travelling because engineering work may affect services towards London, Reading, Gatwick Airport and Portsmouth.
Do not confuse Guildford Station in England with Guildford Station in New South Wales, Australia.
## Frequently Asked Questions
### Where is Guildford Station?
Guildford Station is located beside Walnut Tree Close near Guildford town centre in Surrey.
### Which train operators use Guildford Station?
Guildford Station is served by South Western Railway and Great Western Railway.
### How many platforms does Guildford Station have?
Guildford Station has eight numbered passenger platforms.
### Is Guildford Station accessible?
Step-free access is available to all platforms from the Walnut Tree Close entrance using level or ramped routes. Some accessible routes may be long or steep.
### Is the Guildford Park Road entrance accessible?
The Guildford Park Road entrance does not provide step-free access to the complete station. Passengers requiring step-free access should use Walnut Tree Close.
### Can passengers travel directly to London Waterloo?
Yes. South Western Railway operates direct services between Guildford and London Waterloo.
### Can passengers travel directly to Reading?
Yes. Great Western Railway operates direct services between Guildford and Reading.
### Can passengers travel directly to Gatwick Airport?
Selected Great Western Railway services operate directly between Guildford and Gatwick Airport.
### Can passengers travel directly to Portsmouth?
Yes. South Western Railway operates direct services between Guildford and Portsmouth.
### Is Guildford Station close to the town centre?
Yes. Guildford town centre and the High Street are within walking distance of the station.
### Is Guildford Bus Station beside the railway station?
Guildford Bus Station is a separate facility beside the Friary shopping centre, within walking distance of the railway station.
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Disclaimer: This map is provided as a general location and orientation guide. Station entrances, pedestrian routes, accessibility arrangements, platform access, railway services, airport connections, bus stops, taxi facilities and parking arrangements may change because of construction, maintenance or operational requirements. Check official railway and local transport information before travelling.