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Museum of Farnham
Local museum covering Farnham’s past, crafts and daily life, with accessible displays in the town centre.
Trains from Manchester to Farnham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 270 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 270 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 20:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Farnham trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Farnham station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Farnham 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.
Manchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple food outlets and cafes available.
Free public Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are several ATMs located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester.
Available at Manchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester: Step-free access throughout the station.
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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