- Recommended
Museum of Farnham
Local museum covering Farnham’s past, crafts and daily life, with accessible displays in the town centre.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ashtead to Farnham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 36 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Ashtead to Farnham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 14:04. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 53m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 5:57 |
Last train 14:04 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Farnham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Farnham trip today.
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 Ashtead 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 Ashtead to Farnham trains use the Ashtead to Farnham station pair. Use this guide to compare Ashtead and Farnham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ashtead is 1 km from Ashtead city centre. Public transport options include:
Ashtead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ashtead.
Wi-Fi is available at Ashtead.
Ticket office support is available at Ashtead.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ashtead: Parking, WC.
Available at Ashtead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashtead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to platforms. Interchange between platforms via level crossing. Step free access to coffee stall on platform 1 - limited times only. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, 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.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need