�� Train Travel Options to UCA Farnham
From UCA Canterbury
● Fastest Journey: Approximately 2h 41m
● Average Journey Time: Around 3h 16m
● Departure Station: Canterbury West
● Arrival Station: Farnham
● Transfers: Typically 2 changes, often at London St Pancras and London Waterloo
● First Train: 05:20
● Last Train: 23:23
● Ticket Prices: From £53.30 when booked in advance
Note: Due to the event's late finish, returning to Canterbury the same night via public transport isn't feasible. Consider staying overnight or arranging alternative transport.
From UCA Epsom
● Fastest Journey: Approximately 1h 3m
● Average Journey Time: Around 1h 36m
● Departure Station: Epsom
● Arrival Station: Farnham
● Transfers: Usually 1 change, often at Clapham Junction
● First Train: 00:19
● Last Train: 22:49
● Ticket Prices: From £8 40 when booked in advance
Note: As with Canterbury, returning to Epsom the same night via public transport isn't possible. Plan accordingly
�� Student Railcards & Discounts
● 16–25 Railcard: Save 1/3 on most rail fares across the UK Costs £30 per year
● Totum + Railcard: Combine student discounts with rail savings.
● GroupSave: Traveling in a group of 3–9 people can save up to 34% on off-peak fares
● Trainline App: Compare ticket prices, plan routes, and automatically apply discounts
�� Off-Peak Travel Information
● Off-Peak Tickets: Generally cheaper and valid on services outside weekday rush hours (typically after 9:30AM and all day on weekends)
● Flexibility: Off-peak tickets are often flexible, making them ideal if you plan to arrive earlier or stay later in Farnham
�� Local Travel in Farnham at 2AM
● Local Buses: Not in service during early hours.
● Taxis/Private Hire: Available but limited Book ahead to ensure availability
✅ Recommendations
● Plan to Stay Overnight or Arrange Alternative Transport: Due to limited late-night public transport options.
● Use Student Discounts: Take advantage of railcards and group discounts to save on travel costs.
● Travel in Groups: Share costs and increase safety
● Pack Essentials: Bring overnight necessities like toiletries, phone charger, and ID
● Carpooling via UCA Liftshare: UCA offers a free Liftshare platform for students to coordinate rides with peers You can register and request or offer a lift at UCA Liftshare
�� Contact for Support or Travel Queries
For assistance with travel arrangements or event details:
Email: events su@uca ac uk
Feel free to reach out if you need help coordinating travel with other students or finding accommodation options in Farnham.
If you’re unable to attend the Summer Ball at Farnham due to travel limitations, don’t worry, you won’t miss out on the celebrations. Each campus will be hosting its own End of Year Party: Epsom on Monday 13th May and Canterbury on Wednesday 15th May