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Eton College Museum of Antiquities
Historic Eton museum exploring school life, traditions, and objects linked to one of Britain's best-known colleges.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$172
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$172
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 58 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 59 m
Trains on Sep 20
6
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Slough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Slough will cost around $172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $172.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Slough without transferring at least once.
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C37417Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, while a flight costs an average of $444.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
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$138 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $444 Average price | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Slough:
A bus is $103 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Slough costing on average $138.
A bus is $409 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Slough costing on average $444.
Other travel options to Slough take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 11m.
Bus takes on average 6h 35m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (3h 11m by train vs 3h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $138 compared to roughly $84 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Slough trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G01006+ C37584 | On time 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h56 | 12:21 PM Slough station (SLO) | 1 transfer | |
C21346+ W33548+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37195 | On time 8:41 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h36 | 12:17 PM Slough station (SLO) | 3 transfers | |
G01010+ C37680 | On time 9:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h56 | 1:21 PM Slough station (SLO) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Manchester to Slough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 but you can travel from only $16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Slough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Slough trip today.
Historic Eton museum exploring school life, traditions, and objects linked to one of Britain's best-known colleges.
Museum in nearby Windsor Castle displaying armour, uniforms, and military history linked to the Household Cavalry.
Noted modern and contemporary art gallery at nearby Eton College, presenting ambitious exhibitions in a refined setting.
Expansive country park on Slough's edge with lakes, paths, and wildlife habitats popular for walking and birdwatching.
Historic common and parkland near Slough with ponds, open space, and easy walking routes through Windsor's landscape.
Central cultural hub with library, performance venue, and public space, popular for events and a modern view of Slough.
A classic British breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausage, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple in cafés across Slough and a familiar local weekend meal.
A Punjabi-influenced chickpea curry served with fluffy fried bread. Popular in Slough's large South Asian community and widely eaten for breakfast or lunch.
Boneless chicken in a creamy tomato sauce, usually served with rice or naan. A much-loved British curry house favourite commonly eaten in Slough.
Upscale Indian restaurant known for refined curries, tandoori dishes and polished service in an elegant setting.
Well-known pub restaurant by Stoke Poges serving British classics, grills and ales in a traditional country setting.
Long-established South Indian vegetarian venue popular for dosas, thalis and sweets in a busy, casual atmosphere.
Moderate for the South East. Hotels can be pricey near Heathrow, but dining and local transit are usually cheaper than central London.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Slough Railway Station -> Slough Bus Station, Slough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Slough by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Slough trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Slough station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Slough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Slough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Moon and Spoon, The Red Lion
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Slough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Slough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Slough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Slough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Slough: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor, Moxy Slough, Travelodge Slough.
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