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London Paddington to Farnborough by train

First train

02:34

Last train

00:34

Departure station

London Paddington

Arrival station

Farnborough

Journey time

From 54m

Distance

29 miles (47 km)

Frequency

74 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

Take the train from London Paddington to Farnborough in 54 minutes

If you want to travel from London Paddington to Farnborough by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from London Paddington to Farnborough by train to take around 1 hour 23 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 54 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 74 trains per day running on this route, which spans 29 miles (47 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Farnborough. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from London Paddington to Farnborough are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from London Paddington to Farnborough? 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 London Paddington to Farnborough take?

The average journey time by train between London Paddington and Farnborough is 1 hour and 23 minutes, with around 74 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 London Paddington and Farnborough by train?

The fastest journey time by train from London Paddington to Farnborough is 54 minutes.

Is there a direct train from London Paddington to Farnborough?

No, there are no direct train services from London Paddington to Farnborough. Travelling from London Paddington to Farnborough by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from London Paddington to Farnborough leave?

The first train from London Paddington to Farnborough leaves at 02:34. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from London Paddington to Farnborough leave?

The last train from London Paddington to Farnborough leaves at 00:34. 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 London Paddington and Farnborough by train?

Trains travelling from London Paddington to Farnborough cover a distance of around 29 miles (47 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Farnborough to London Paddington.

Cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Farnborough

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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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