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Museum of Farnham
Local museum covering Farnham’s past, crafts and daily life, with accessible displays in the town centre.
Take a train from Dorking to Farnham and enjoy the approximately 33 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 20:52.
Distance 33 km |
First train 5:55 |
Last train 20:52 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 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 Dorking 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 Dorking to Farnham trains use the Dorking Deepdene to Farnham station pair. Use this guide to compare Dorking and Farnham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dorking Deepdene has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Dorking Deepdene.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dorking Deepdene: Parking.
Available at Dorking Deepdene: Bike Parking.
Dorking West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Dorking West.
ATMs are available at Dorking West.
Available at Dorking West: Parking, WC.
Available at Dorking West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dorking West.
Dorking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Dorking.
Wi-Fi is available at Dorking. ATMs are available at Dorking.
Ticket office support is available at Dorking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dorking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dorking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dorking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, 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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