How to get to Manchester from Farnham

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Compare train and flight for Farnham to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Farnham to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £93 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £93, while a flight costs an average of £246.

Distance: 270 km

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£93

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£246

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£55

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3h 55m

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4h 14m

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British Airways

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The cheapest way to travel from Farnham to Manchester is a train with an average price of £93.

This is compared to other travel options from Farnham to Manchester:

A train is £153 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Farnham to Manchester costing on average £246.

The fastest way to travel from Farnham to Manchester is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Farnham and Manchester including taking a train and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 27m sooner (1h 47m by flight vs 4h 14m by car). Tickets start at around £246 compared to roughly £55 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Farnham to Manchester

How to get to Manchester from Farnham by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Farnham to Manchester is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • British Airways
    8:503h20
    Farnham
    12:10Manchester
    £2851One-way
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  • British Airways
    8:503h20
    Farnham
    12:10Manchester
    £2851One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • British Airways
    8:503h20
    Farnham
    12:10Manchester
    £2851One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Farnham to Manchester

Travel to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Farnham to Manchester.

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There are 2 options to travel between Farnham and Manchester including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Farnham to Manchester is a train with an average price of £93.

This is compared to other travel options from Farnham to Manchester:

A train is £153 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Farnham to Manchester costing on average £246.

The fastest way to travel from Farnham to Manchester is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 55m.

The Farnham to Manchester distance is approximately 270 km.
The average frequency per day from Farnham to Manchester is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Farnham and Manchester as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Farnham to Manchester:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Farnham station (FNH) and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Farnham to Manchester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Loganair, BA Cityflyer, British Airways to go to Manchester by flight.
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast to go to Manchester by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Farnham to Manchester:
  • 6 direct flights per day with Loganair, British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Farnham to Manchester often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Manchester and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Farnham to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.

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