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Trowbridge Museum
Town museum inside a former mill, covering Trowbridge’s textile past with machinery, local history displays and family-friendly exhibits.
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
16 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
17 m
Trains on 12 Sept
6
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frome to Trowbridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frome to Trowbridge will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 6 trains from Frome to Trowbridge, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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.
C48897
W35095 · C42255
C48127
C48895
L79522_L79393+
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C48127
C48895
C48894
C48897
W35095 · C42255Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frome to Trowbridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 13 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£7 Average Price | £2 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frome to Trowbridge:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frome to Trowbridge costing on average £7.
Other travel options to Trowbridge take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 34m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (17m by train vs 21m by car). Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £2 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.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
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 Frome to Trowbridge trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
V10907 · C48124 | On time 6:07 Frome station (FRO) | 0h39 | 6:46 Trowbridge station (TRO) | 1 change | |
G15000 | On time 6:42 Frome station (FRO) | 0h23 | 7:05 Trowbridge station (TRO) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15526 | On time 6:53 Frome station (FRO) | 0h23 | 7:16 Trowbridge station (TRO) | 0 changesdirect | |
Q31236+ C48846 | On time 7:29 Frome station (FRO) | 0h22 | 7:51 Trowbridge station (TRO) | 1 change | |
G15035 · G15002 | On time 7:45 Frome station (FRO) | 0h21 | 8:06 Trowbridge station (TRO) | 1 change | |
G15517 | On time 8:07 Frome station (FRO) | 0h17 | 8:24 Trowbridge station (TRO) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15518 | On time 8:52 Frome station (FRO) | 0h16 | 9:08 Trowbridge station (TRO) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15036 · G15004 | On time 8:58 Frome station (FRO) | 0h22 | 9:20 Trowbridge station (TRO) | 1 change | |
G15487 | On time 10:26 Frome station (FRO) | 0h20 | 10:46 Trowbridge station (TRO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C48896 | On time 10:55 Frome station (FRO) | 0h16 | 11:11 Trowbridge station (TRO) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79521_L79392+ G15220 | On time 11:32 Frome station (FRO) | 0h39 | 12:11 Trowbridge station (TRO) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Frome to Trowbridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 16m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 0:27 |
Last train 23:46 |
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Discover the best of Trowbridge — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trowbridge trip today.
Town museum inside a former mill, covering Trowbridge’s textile past with machinery, local history displays and family-friendly exhibits.
Independent museum near Holt with working and static examples of classic cars, motorcycles and motoring memorabilia.
Museum in Devizes with collections on Wiltshire archaeology, natural history and local heritage, good for a wider view beyond Trowbridge.
Main green space near the centre, with mature trees, riverside walks, play areas and open lawns for a relaxed break from shopping streets.
Popular greenway and canal-side route nearby, ideal for walking and cycling with open countryside views and a peaceful local atmosphere.
Waterside path following the River Biss through town, offering an easy walk with greenery, wildlife and changing views of historic buildings.
A soft cow’s milk cheese from nearby North Wessex, long made in Wiltshire and often served on local cheeseboards or in pub lunches.
A pressed, mildly tangy cow’s milk cheese from nearby Corsham in Wiltshire, closely tied to the county’s dairy tradition.
A traditional Wiltshire ham cured with molasses or treacle, giving a sweet-salty flavour. Common in pubs, sandwiches, and Sunday spreads.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, mezze, and a lively but relaxed setting in central Trowbridge.
Well-regarded Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes, and classic favourites in a polished town-centre dining room.
Traditional pub venue with ales, hearty British mains, and a casual atmosphere suited to lunch or an easy evening meal.
Moderate for the UK. Trowbridge is usually cheaper than London, with lower hotel, dining and local travel costs, though prices are similar to other market towns in southern England.
Service is often included only in higher-end restaurants; otherwise 10% is usual for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frome to Trowbridge 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 Trowbridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frome to Trowbridge trains use the Frome to Trowbridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Frome and Trowbridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frome has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Frome.
Ticket office support is available at Frome.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frome: Parking, WC.
Available at Frome: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frome: 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 the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Trowbridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Trowbridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Trowbridge.
Ticket office support is available at Trowbridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trowbridge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trowbridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trowbridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Westbury bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
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