The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Brentford
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£158
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Brentford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Brentford will cost around £158 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Brentford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 257 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester to Brentford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Brentford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. 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 coach costs an average of £6, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 257 km
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Live departures
Manchester to Brentford train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Brentford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 30 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:05 Manchester | 3h47 | 07:52 Brentford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:11 Manchester | 3h55 | 08:06 Brentford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:55 Manchester | 3h27 | 13:22 Brentford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Brentford
Trains from Manchester to Brentford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 257 km distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 257 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 21:25 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Brentford trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Brentford from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Brentford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Brentford 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 Brentford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Brentford
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access from either side of station. Lifts between platforms or alternative step-free route via street (under 400m)
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: No waiting room but seating available on the platform.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Hounslow: Boston Manor Road (A3002) Bus Stop SK To Kew Bridge: Boston Manor Road (A3002) Bus Stop SM
- Car Park: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is no waiting room but seating is available at the station.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Brentford: Kew Bridge Road (A315) Bus Stop S To Barnes: Chiswick High Road (A205) Bus Stop X in front of station
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