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Chertsey Museum
Local museum covering Chertsey and nearby history through archaeological finds, social history and changing exhibitions. A rewarding small museum visit.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Egham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a flight costs an average of £347.
Distance: 255 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£130 Average Price | £347 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Egham:
A coach is £99 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Egham costing on average £130.
A coach is £316 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Egham costing on average £347.
Other travel options to Egham take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 29m.
Coach takes on average 5h 14m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (3h 29m by train vs 3h 36m by car). Tickets start at around £130 compared to roughly £53 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.
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Trains from Manchester to Egham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £97 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 4:42 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Egham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Egham trip today.
Local museum covering Chertsey and nearby history through archaeological finds, social history and changing exhibitions. A rewarding small museum visit.
Heritage centre at Runnymede interpreting Magna Carta, liberty and law through displays and media. Useful context before exploring the meadows.
Independent museum dedicated to military and civil aviation, with aircraft, engines and cockpit exhibits. A strong choice for transport enthusiasts nearby.
Riverside meadow where King John sealed Magna Carta in 1215. The open landscape, memorials and walking routes make it Egham's essential historic visit.
Grand tree-lined avenue in Windsor Great Park leading towards Windsor Castle. Popular for walking, cycling and open views from the park edge near Egham.
Wooded National Trust site across the Thames with peaceful trails and the Ankerwycke Yew. Ideal for a quieter walk linked to the Magna Carta story.
Slow-cooked lamb in a rich gravy, traditionally linked with Windsor and nearby Berkshire. A hearty local pub favourite in the Thames Valley.
A soft white cheese made in nearby Berkshire from ewe’s milk. It is a regional speciality valued for its creamy texture and local dairy heritage.
Traditional English sausages served with mashed potato and onion gravy. A common comfort dish in Surrey and surrounding county pubs.
Smart modern Indian restaurant known locally for polished service, classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable dining room.
Popular local café and brunch spot serving coffee, breakfast plates and light lunches in a casual high street setting.
Historic riverside pub by Runnymede serving British classics and drinks in a traditional setting with outdoor seating near the Thames.
Moderate for the South East of England. Egham is cheaper than central London, but hotel, dining and rail costs are still above many UK towns.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Egham 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 Egham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Egham trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Egham station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Egham 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.
Egham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Egham.
Wi-Fi is available at Egham. ATMs are available at Egham.
Ticket office support is available at Egham. 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 Egham: Parking, WC.
Available at Egham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Egham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London). Step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Reading) via separate entrance and short ramp at approx gradient of 1:20. Step-free access between platforms via street and level crossing with full barriers approximately 50m. 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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