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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Farnborough
Showing times and prices for 31 May
Cheapest price
£135
Average price
£138
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
204 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Farnborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Farnborough will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £135.
Fast trains
To travel from Exeter to Farnborough you need to make at least one change.
8:283h09Exeter11:37Farnborough£1351One-way1 change- 9:303h07Exeter12:37Farnborough£1351One-way1 change
- 10:303h07Exeter13:37Farnborough£1351One-way1 change
- 11:303h07Exeter14:37Farnborough£1351One-way1 change
- 12:303h07Exeter15:37Farnborough£1351One-way1 change
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19:152h24Exeter21:39Farnborough£1431One-way1 change- 17:402h33Exeter20:13Farnborough£1431One-way1 change
- 15:352h38Exeter18:13Farnborough£1431One-way1 change
- 20:502h40Exeter23:30Farnborough£1431One-way1 change
- 9:322h41Exeter12:13Farnborough£1431One-way1 change
Live departures
Exeter to Farnborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Farnborough trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:16 Exeter | 2h34 | 12:50 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Farnborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter to Farnborough run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 204 km distance in 2h 34m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 204 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:33 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 7 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter to Farnborough trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter and Farnborough from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 8m
Cheapest Price
£39
South Western Railway frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
£143
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
13 a day
FAQs: Exeter to Farnborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Farnborough 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 Farnborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter to Farnborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £46.
The train journey from Exeter to Farnborough covers a distance of 204 km and takes approximately 2h 34m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Exeter to Farnborough is 204 km.
The first train from Exeter to Farnborough leaves at 0:13.
The last train from Exeter to Farnborough departs at 23:33.
Trains from Exeter to Farnborough run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter to Farnborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Exeter to Farnborough.
To travel from Exeter to Farnborough, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Exeter to Farnborough.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Farnborough is Exeter St Davids (EXD), and it arrives at Farnborough (Main) (FNB).
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Farnborough is by train, costing approximately £39.
Booking trains from Exeter to Farnborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Exeter to Farnborough offers a mix of picturesque landscapes, including views of the Devon countryside, rolling hills, and charming rural villages, making it a moderately scenic route.
A day trip from Exeter to Farnborough is not feasible as the duration is 2h 34m. However, there are 10 train services available per day.
A two-day visit to Farnborough is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Farnborough Air Sciences Trust Museum and the beautiful parks, while allowing time for relaxation and dining.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Farnborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Farnborough
Exeter
Farnborough
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter St Davids. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter St Davids for your trip from Exeter to Farnborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. 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: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- 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: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Exeter St Thomas
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Farnborough is Farnborough (Main). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Farnborough (Main) for your journey to Farnborough from Exeter.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:30 Saturday 06:10 - 20:30 Sunday 07:40 - 21:00
Parking
- Car Park: Union Street
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Farnborough (Main)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Union Street
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - There is step free access to both platforms but short ramps and level crossing with gates to negotiate for south bound services. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Farnborough North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Junction of Ship Lane and Farnborough Street
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