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Farnborough Air Sciences Trust Museum
National museum of British aviation. See iconic aircraft, aviation history, and Farnborough's major role in flight testing.
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Farnborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Farnborough will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Farnborough without transferring at least once.
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
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L82927 · L83114Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Farnborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $77, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 163 miles (263 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$100 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Farnborough:
A train is $25 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Farnborough costing on average $126.
Other travel options to Farnborough take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 40m.
Bus takes on average 4h 13m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (3h 40m by train vs 3h 59m by car). Tickets start at around $100 compared to roughly $72 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.
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 Manchester to Farnborough trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W33049+ L82927 · L83114+ Tube from London Euston to Vauxhall | 12:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h21 | 4:36 PM Farnborough (Main) (FNB) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Manchester to Farnborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 163 miles (263 km) |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 4:35 AM |
Last train 10:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Farnborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Farnborough trip today.
National museum of British aviation. See iconic aircraft, aviation history, and Farnborough's major role in flight testing.
Museum in a historic military canteen covering army life, campaigns, and Aldershot's role as the home of the British Army.
Compact local museum presenting Rushmoor's social history, archaeology, and changing life in Farnborough and Aldershot.
Scenic canal-side walking route offering locks, narrowboats, and peaceful waterside stretches through the town.
Major green space with woodland trails, play areas, and open lawns, popular for easy walks and family visits.
Nature-rich country park with ponds, woodland, and archaeology, ideal for birdwatching and relaxed circular walks.
A hearty English breakfast with eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, mushrooms and toast. A classic local morning meal widely eaten across Hampshire and Farnborough.
Battered white fish with chips, often served with peas and tartare sauce. A staple British takeaway and pub dish popular for casual meals in town.
Slow-roasted beef with roast potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. The traditional Sunday lunch many locals enjoy in pubs and homes.
Stylish brasserie at Aviator serving modern British dishes and cocktails in an upscale setting popular for special occasions.
Well-known gastropub with seasonal British cooking, cask ales and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Reliable chain steakhouse known for grilled meats, burgers and straightforward casual dining near the town centre.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels can be pricey on event days, but dining and local transport are similar to other UK commuter towns.
Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, round up or tip 10%. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional, usually small change.
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Farnborough (Main) -> Princes Mead Shopping Centre, Farnborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Farnborough trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Farnborough (Main) station pair, with some services arriving at Farnborough North. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Farnborough 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.
East Didsbury is 8 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
East Didsbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Didsbury, The Gateway
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Ticket office support is available at East Didsbury. Information desks are located near the ticket office.
Luggage storage is available at East Didsbury.
Available at East Didsbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at East Didsbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at East Didsbury: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Manchester Didsbury, Premier Inn Manchester Didsbury, Eleven Didsbury Park Hotel.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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: Yes.
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.
Farnborough North is 1 km from Farnborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Farnborough North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Farnborough North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Farnborough North: Parking.
Available at Farnborough North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnborough North: 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.
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