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Colchester to Farnham by train

First train

12:43

Last train

17:11

Departure station

Colchester

Arrival station

Farnham

Journey time

From 3h 3m

Distance

87 miles (139 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia

Travelling from Colchester to Farnham by train

Looking to travel from Colchester to Farnham by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 4 minutes to travel from Colchester to Farnham by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 3 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 87 miles (139 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 4 changes during the journey to Farnham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or South Western Railway to get to Farnham. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Colchester to Farnham in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Colchester to Farnham? 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 Colchester to Farnham take?

The average journey time by train between Colchester and Farnham is 3 hours and 4 minutes, with around 1 train 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 Colchester and Farnham by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Colchester to Farnham is 3 hours and 3 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Colchester to Farnham?

No, there are no direct train services from Colchester to Farnham. Travelling from Colchester to Farnham by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from Colchester to Farnham leave?

The first train from Colchester to Farnham leaves at 12:43. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Colchester to Farnham leave?

The last train from Colchester to Farnham leaves at 17:11. 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 Colchester and Farnham by train?

Trains travelling from Colchester to Farnham cover a distance of around 87 miles (139 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Farnham to Colchester.

Cheap train tickets from Colchester to Farnham

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Consider a Season Ticket

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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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