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Museum of Farnham
Local museum covering Farnham’s past, crafts and daily life, with accessible displays in the town centre.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ash Vale to Farnham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ash Vale to Farnham will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 50 trains that leave Ash Vale for Farnham every day 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ash Vale to Farnham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 8 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Ash Vale to Farnham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 10m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
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Local museum covering Farnham’s past, crafts and daily life, with accessible displays in the town centre.
Public art gallery and exhibition space at Farnham Maltings presenting contemporary shows, crafts and community work.
Gallery space at the New Ashgate presenting craft, applied art and regularly changing exhibitions by regional makers.
Historic main street lined with Georgian buildings, independent shops and key landmarks; ideal for a central walking route.
Countryside walking area with lakes, woodland and heathland paths on the edge of Farnham, suited to longer outdoor visits.
Broad, elegant street with period buildings, almshouses and easy access to the town’s historic core.
A Surrey county favourite: white fish in parsley sauce, often served with potatoes. It reflects older local home cooking across Surrey and nearby Hampshire.
Traditional British sausages with mashed potatoes and onion gravy, widely eaten in Surrey pubs and valued as classic comfort food.
Slow-cooked beef steak with ale gravy under a pastry lid. A staple of southern English pub cooking, especially comforting in cooler months.
Stylish modern British restaurant in central Farnham, known for seasonal cooking and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Lively town-centre venue for steaks, burgers and grills, popular for casual meals and dependable portions.
Independent café and restaurant with brunch, coffee and seasonal plates. Relaxed and well liked for daytime dining.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels can be pricey, but pub meals, coffee and local buses are manageable compared with London.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ash Vale to Farnham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Farnham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ash Vale to Farnham trains use the Ash Vale to Farnham station pair. Use this guide to compare Ash Vale and Farnham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ash Vale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ash Vale.
Wi-Fi is available at Ash Vale.
Ticket office support is available at Ash Vale.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ash Vale: Parking, WC.
Available at Ash Vale: Bike Parking.
North Camp is 1 km from Ash Vale city centre. Public transport options include:
North Camp has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at North Camp.
Ticket office support is available at North Camp.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at North Camp: Parking.
Available at North Camp: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at North Camp: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station - Level access from highway to both platforms. Inter platform access via level crossing and short ramp. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The phone box on platform 2 is not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Farnham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Farnham.
Wi-Fi is available at Farnham.
Ticket office support is available at Farnham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Farnham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Farnham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Short ramps to both platforms with gradient of up to approx 1:7. Step-free access between platforms via level crossing approximately 50m, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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