Transport and getting around
As a Surrey student, you’ll enjoy all the benefits of being within walking distance of Guildford town centre’s shops, parks, restaurants, pubs and clubs. With a great network of bus and rail services nearby, and a good cycling infrastructure, the vast majority of students find they have no need for a car.
Bus
There are regular bus services between Manor Park, Stag Hill and Guildford town centre between the hours of 6am and midnight. From the town centre, there are also plenty of services covering other areas around Guildford.
For discounted student travel, you can order a variety of different Stagecoach student cards online. It costs just £1 per day and gives you unlimited travel throughout Guildford. Both tickets represent fantastic value for money.
As well as standard journeys, your travelcard will also cover the University night-bus service. This operates six nights a week between the town centre, Stag Hill and Manor Park.
It is possible to walk to campus from Hazel Farm, but this would take you around one hour.
All Hazel Farm residents are eligible for subsidised bus passes which you can use to get a bus into town and connect onto the Number 1 bus which will take you to Stag Hill or Manor Park Campuses. Alternatively you can walk from the town centre which is approximately a 20 minute walk.
Read more about local bus services
Rail
The University is a short walk from Guildford railway station which has great connections to London and the South East.
Students are eligible to apply for a 16–25 Railcard to gain discounted travel on mainline services, and an 18+ Student Oyster photocard for cheaper travel within London.
You can find out more about how South Western Railway are keeping you safe on their website.
Cycle
Cycling – both around campus and into Guildford – is very easy and the transport of choice for many students.
Bike storage on campus
The University campus has plenty of cycle racks, including one in each court of residence. Please purchase a bike lock, preferably a D-lock, and key to ensure the safety of your bike.
Bike storage in Guildford
In Guildford, there are cycle racks at the railway station and around the town centre, close to the shops.
Rent a bike with Beryl
We have partnered with Beryl, who offer cheap, sustainable e-bike rental on both our Stag Hill and Manor Park campuses, and across Guildford.
Getting started is easy - download the Beryl app, sign-up, and unlock your nearest bike from just 16p per minute.
Car
There are very limited spaces and therefore, car parking is not available at the University for most students.
Parking permits
For more information about eligibility and applying for a permit, visit our dedicated parking page. Please be aware that the issue of a permit does not guarantee a space – there are no permit refunds if the car park is full.
