- Must visit
World Rugby Museum
Museum of England rugby inside Twickenham Stadium, with trophies, interactive displays, and strong appeal for sports history fans.
Cheapest price
€259
Average price
€259
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Twickenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Twickenham will cost around €259 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €259.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Twickenham on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Twickenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €52.
Distance: 162 miles (261 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€109 Average price | €92 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Twickenham:
A bus is €81 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Twickenham costing on average €92.
A bus is €99 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Twickenham costing on average €109.
Other travel options to Twickenham take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 54m.
Bus takes on average 4h 50m.
You'll arrive about 1h 4m sooner (2h 54m by train vs 3h 58m by car). Tickets start at around €109 compared to roughly €56 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 Twickenham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:54 AM Manchester | 3h32 | 11:26 AM Twickenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Twickenham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 4:56 AM |
Last train 9:23 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Twickenham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Twickenham trip today.
Museum of England rugby inside Twickenham Stadium, with trophies, interactive displays, and strong appeal for sports history fans.
Gothic Revival house museum with theatrical rooms, rare collections, and a major role in British architectural history.
House museum with restored Georgian interiors, riverside setting, and changing interpretation of elite life in the eighteenth century.
Leafy park surrounding York House, known for formal lawns, river access, and the whimsical Naked Ladies fountain feature.
Scenic Thames path section offering classic waterside walking, boat views, and links to Richmond, Teddington, and central Twickenham.
Attractive riverside walk and green space beside Marble Hill House, ideal for Thames views, picnics, and relaxed local strolling.
A hearty pie of beef and kidneys in rich gravy, long associated with London pubs and still a classic comfort dish around Twickenham.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. A staple of traditional London pub menus and a reliable local favorite.
Battered white fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas or curry sauce. A defining British takeaway and pub meal popular across southwest London.
Well-regarded independent restaurant serving modern British dishes in a polished but relaxed setting in central Twickenham.
Popular local pub for Thai food and drinks, valued for its casual atmosphere and consistently strong neighborhood reputation.
Traditional pub by the Thames with British fare, beer, and outdoor seating. Especially popular for relaxed lunches and riverside drinks.
Moderate to expensive versus many UK towns; London-area lodging, dining, and rail fares raise tourist costs, though pubs and chain cafés can keep daily spending manageable.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service not included. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: optional small change.
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Twickenham Station -> Paddington Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Twickenham 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 Twickenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Twickenham trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Twickenham station pair, with some services arriving at Strawberry Hill. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Twickenham 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 Victoria 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 Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Mauldeth Road is 5 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Mauldeth Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Sanskruti
Ticket office support is available at Mauldeth Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mauldeth Road: Parking.
Available at Mauldeth Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mauldeth Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester : From Mauldeth Road, up a ramp (87 paces, 1:20 slope) onto the platform. Services towards Manchester Airport: From Mauldeth Road, along the road leading to the DIY centre, via a slope (46 paces) or up 7steps onto the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Twickenham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Twickenham.
Wi-Fi is available at Twickenham. ATMs are available at Twickenham.
Ticket office support is available at Twickenham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Twickenham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Twickenham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Twickenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Strawberry Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Strawberry Hill.
Wi-Fi is available at Strawberry Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Strawberry Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Strawberry Hill: Parking.
Available at Strawberry Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Strawberry Hill: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. Ramp at approx 1:14 gradient to Platform 1 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Wimbledon). Short unevenly-graded floor at approx 1:10 gradient to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Richmond). Step-free access between platforms via full-barrier level crossing. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Fulwell is 1 km from Twickenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Fulwell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Fulwell.
Wi-Fi is available at Fulwell.
Ticket office support is available at Fulwell.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fulwell: Parking.
Available at Fulwell: Bike Parking.
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