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Surrey Heath Museum
A local museum with military and civilian exhibits explaining the story of Surrey Heath and the Camberley area.
Trains from Manchester to Camberley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 19:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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A local museum with military and civilian exhibits explaining the story of Surrey Heath and the Camberley area.
A military museum near Camberley covering the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, uniforms, archives and training history.
A volunteer-run heritage museum in Farnborough with aviation displays, local artefacts and family-friendly exhibitions.
A large public park with woodland walks, a lake, sports areas and open space close to the town centre.
A heathland reserve with sandy trails, rare habitats and wide views, ideal for walking and nature spotting.
A woodland and heath area crossed by paths and cycle routes, popular for quiet walks near Camberley.
A Berkshire and Surrey pub staple of pork sausage wrapped in suet pastry, usually served with onion gravy. A classic local comfort dish in the area.
A rich suet pudding from nearby Sussex, filled with butter and lemon. Long linked with traditional South East England cooking and older pub menus.
A traditional English breakfast with sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast. Widely eaten in Camberley cafés and pubs.
Polished Indian restaurant known for classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart, comfortable setting.
Popular steakhouse and grill serving steaks, burgers and cocktails in a lively modern space near the town centre.
Well-known pub restaurant serving British favourites, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for south-east England. Hotels and dining are pricier than many UK towns, but rail links and everyday food remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Camberley 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 Camberley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Camberley trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Camberley station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Camberley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, 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.
Camberley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Camberley.
Wi-Fi is available at Camberley.
Ticket office support is available at Camberley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Camberley: Parking, WC.
Available at Camberley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Camberley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Level access to both platforms from separate entrances. Footbridge with steps between platforms, or level crossing (full barrier), 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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