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Farnborough (Main) to Northwich by train

First train

18:06

Last train

19:06

Departure station

Farnborough (Main)

Arrival station

Northwich

Journey time

From 14h 27m

Distance

154 miles (249 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales

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

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

You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Farnborough (Main) and Northwich, which usually take 14 hours 54 minutes to complete the 154 miles (249 km) journey. It can take as little as 14 hours 27 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 Northwich by train, you'll just need to make 4 changes along the way. Transport for Wales, South Western Railway or CrossCountry 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 Farnborough (Main) to Northwich if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Northwich? 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 Farnborough (Main) to Northwich? 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 Farnborough (Main) to Northwich take?

The average journey time by train between Farnborough (Main) and Northwich is 14 hours and 54 minutes, with around 2 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 Farnborough (Main) and Northwich by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Farnborough (Main) to Northwich is 14 hours and 27 minutes.

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

No, there are no direct train services from Farnborough (Main) to Northwich. Travelling from Farnborough (Main) to Northwich by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

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

The first train from Farnborough (Main) to Northwich leaves at 18:06. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Farnborough (Main) to Northwich leaves at 19:06. 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 Farnborough (Main) and Northwich by train?

Trains travelling from Farnborough (Main) to Northwich cover a distance of around 154 miles (249 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Farnborough (Main) to Northwich

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Consider a Season Ticket

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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