- Must visit
Farnborough Air Sciences Trust Museum
Major aviation museum on the historic Farnborough airfield site. Expect aircraft, wind tunnels and displays on British aerospace research.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
33 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
41 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Surbiton to Farnborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Surbiton to Farnborough will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Surbiton to Farnborough, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Surbiton to Farnborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 34 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (33m by train vs 47m by car). Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Surbiton to Farnborough trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:44 Surbiton | 0h49 | 6:33 Farnborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:00 Surbiton | 0h33 | 7:33 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:31 Surbiton | 0h32 | 8:03 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:59 Surbiton | 0h33 | 8:32 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:11 Surbiton | 0h32 | 8:43 Farnborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:31 Surbiton | 0h31 | 9:02 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 Surbiton | 0h32 | 9:32 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:11 Surbiton | 0h32 | 9:43 Farnborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:30 Surbiton | 0h32 | 10:02 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Surbiton | 0h32 | 10:32 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:12 Surbiton | 0h31 | 10:43 Farnborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:30 Surbiton | 0h32 | 11:02 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Surbiton | 0h32 | 11:32 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:11 Surbiton | 0h32 | 11:43 Farnborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:30 Surbiton | 0h31 | 12:01 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:01 Surbiton | 0h31 | 12:32 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:11 Surbiton | 0h32 | 12:43 Farnborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:30 Surbiton | 0h32 | 13:02 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Surbiton | 0h32 | 13:32 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Surbiton to Farnborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 31m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:44 |
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Discover the best of Farnborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Farnborough trip today.
Major aviation museum on the historic Farnborough airfield site. Expect aircraft, wind tunnels and displays on British aerospace research.
Hands-on local transport museum with vintage buses, models and motoring displays. Popular with families and visitors exploring nearby Aldershot.
Volunteer-run military museum covering the Royal Army Physical Training Corps. A niche but interesting stop for army and sports history.
Large country park with lakes, woodland and long paths. A favourite for walking, wildlife watching and an easy break from the town centre.
Linear green space following the Basingstoke Canal. Ideal for relaxed walks, cycling and seeing a quieter side of Farnborough.
Open heathland and common with broad views and sandy paths. A good local favourite for dog walks, sunsets and a sense of open space.
A hearty breakfast with sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast; a classic pub and café staple across Hampshire and Surrey.
Beer-battered white fish with chips and mushy peas; a long-standing British takeaway and pub favourite commonly eaten locally.
Slow-roasted beef with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, vegetables and gravy; the traditional British Sunday meal served in many local pubs.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and warm service in a smart yet relaxed setting near central Farnborough.
Established Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable dining room suited to groups and families.
Stylish modern Indian venue serving regional dishes and grills in an upmarket atmosphere suitable for dinner out.
Moderate for the South East of England. Hotels can be pricey on event days, while dining and local transport are similar to other commuter towns near London.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional, often just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Surbiton 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.

Most Surbiton to Farnborough trains use the Surbiton to Farnborough (Main) station pair. Use this guide to compare Surbiton and Farnborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Surbiton 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 Surbiton.
Wi-Fi is available at Surbiton.
Ticket office support is available at Surbiton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Surbiton: Parking, WC.
Available at Surbiton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surbiton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access from the main entrance to all platforms via lifts. There is no step-free access from the rear (South Bank) entrance, 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.
Farnborough (Main) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Farnborough (Main).
Wi-Fi is available at Farnborough (Main). ATMs are available at Farnborough (Main).
Ticket office support is available at Farnborough (Main).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Farnborough (Main): Parking, WC.
Available at Farnborough (Main): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnborough (Main): 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.
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