Bus

Stagecoach is the bus operator that runs a service through both Stag Hill and Manor Park, and across town. We work closely with them to help you travel across Guildford and beyond.

How to plan your bus journey

It's easy to plan your journey and find your nearest stop on the Stagecoach Bus app. The live map will show you where your bus is, in real time, so you can stay up to date.

Download the Stagecoach app

You can also plan your journey using the Stagecoach website.

Stagecoach offers two key services for students - Route 1 daytime and N1 nighttime.

Day bus: Route 1

The main bus route is specially designed to provide quick and easy links between Stag Hill, Manor Park, Guildford rail station and Guildford town centre.

Route 1 > Guildford, Stag Hill campus, Manor Park campus and Royal Surrey County Hospital.

Plan your journey or view the full network map (PDF).

Night bus: Route N1

During term time, Stagecoach run a night bus service (N1) between midnight and 5am to help you get home from a night out late study session. A flat fare of £3 applies, unless you have a NightRider ticket or other student bus pass.

It follows the same route as the daytime Route 1 service, including from all Stag Hill and Manor Park bus stops.

Route 1 > Guildford, Stag Hill campus, Manor Park campus and Royal Surrey County Hospital.

Plan your journey or view the full network map (PDF).

How to purchase bus tickets and passes

There are a range of tickets and passes available, all of which can be purchased on the Stagecoach mobile app.

How to use the app to get your tickets and passes

  1. Download the Stagecoach Bus App and create an account with your University email address (@surrey.ac.uk). Please ensure you can access your University emails before creating and account as you cannot use a personal email address with the discount.
  2. Once logged in, click onto the menu and select ‘My Account’, scroll down and select ‘Employer Travel Scheme’, where you can enter the Scheme ID 'OGmcopYBSfMgRftT'
  3. Follow the next steps on your screen to verify your account and begin your journey with Stagecoach! Simply add your ticket to the basket and complete the necessary details to checkout.

Types of passes and tickets available

Guildford Local Annual StudentRider

Unlimited Stagecoach public bus travel around Guildford and Godalming for £400. Valid for 12 months from date of purchase.

28-Day StudentRider
  • Guildford Local – £55
  • Guildford and Godalming – £80
  • Gold all-areas zone – £95.
Daily tickets

Stagecoach buses accept cash or contactless payment for single or return journeys on the day. Prices start from £2.20 for one-way trips around the campus. All ticket prices are available online at stagecoachbus.com.

Students with disabilities

Students with disabilities may be eligible for a free bus pass.

If you are interested in finding out more, then please contact the Disability and Neuroinclusion team to discuss your travel/transport concerns. You will be asked to provide medical evidence of your disability and our Disability Advisers will be able to assist you with choosing the right solutions for you, as there may be something more suitable than free bus travel.

If free travel is approved, then you need to purchase the bus ticket and claim the money back through the Disability and Neuroinclusion team.

You can read more about student tickets and bus services on Stagecoach's dedicate page for Surrey students.

Help and support

Replacing a lost travelcard

If you can't download the app and need to purchase a travelcard, you can contact the Stagecoach helpdesk on 0345 121 0190. They will hotlist your existing card and send you a new one within three to five working days. This will only be relevant if you order your pass through the helpdesk. 

Need help?

Get in touch with Stagecoach for any queries relating to their services, lost property or about the Stagecoach mobile app. 

We also have a range of common questions and answers on MySurrey Help.

View Stagecoach's latest conditions of carriage. 

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