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Anerley to Farnborough (Main) by train

First train

06:00

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Anerley

Arrival station

Farnborough (Main)

Journey time

From 1h 29m

Distance

31 miles (50 km)

Frequency

15 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

London Overground, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern

How to travel from Anerley to Farnborough (Main) by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Anerley to Farnborough (Main)? Look no further.

You'll usually find 15 trains per day running between Anerley and Farnborough (Main), which usually take 1 hour 51 minutes to complete the 31 miles (50 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 29 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Farnborough (Main) by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. South Western Railway, Thameslink or London Overground are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Anerley to Farnborough (Main) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Farnborough (Main)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Anerley to Farnborough (Main)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Anerley to Farnborough (Main) take?

The average journey time by train between Anerley and Farnborough (Main) is 1 hour and 51 minutes, with around 15 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Anerley and Farnborough (Main) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Anerley to Farnborough (Main) is 1 hour and 29 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Anerley to Farnborough (Main)?

No, there are no direct train services from Anerley to Farnborough (Main). Travelling from Anerley to Farnborough (Main) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Anerley to Farnborough (Main) leave?

The first train from Anerley to Farnborough (Main) leaves at 06:00. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Anerley to Farnborough (Main) leave?

The last train from Anerley to Farnborough (Main) leaves at 23:30. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Anerley and Farnborough (Main) by train?

Trains travelling from Anerley to Farnborough (Main) cover a distance of around 31 miles (50 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Anerley to Farnborough (Main)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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