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Slough Museum
A local museum on Slough’s social and industrial history, with changing displays and archive material in the town centre.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£44
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£194
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
3 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
3 h 34 m
Trains on 20 Oct
11
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Slough will cost around £194 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Manchester to Slough you need to make at least 2 changes.
G00997+
C37810
G38870+
G01178+
C16923+
C47880
G01005+
C37651
G01000+
W33932+
C37459+
W33950
G86189+
W34181+
G15434+
Tube from London Euston to London Paddington
W34104+
C37226+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)
W33888+
C37238+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)
W33932+
C37155+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)
W34202+
C37246+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)
C04439+
W34181+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C37129Trains from Manchester to Slough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 22:15 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Slough trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34202+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37246 | On time 5:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h44 | 8:48 Slough station (SLO) | 2 changes | |
G00997+ W33943+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37263 | On time 5:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h04 | 9:15 Slough station (SLO) | 3 changes | |
G00997+ C37810 | On time 5:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h13 | 9:24 Slough station (SLO) | 1 change | |
W33932+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37155 | 5:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h39 | 9:33 Slough station (SLO) | 2 changes | |
C16917+ G01003+ C37552+ G90100 | Delayed 6:51 6:36Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h45 | 11:21 Slough station (SLO) | 3 changes | |
G01003+ C37552 | On time 7:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h56 | 11:21 Slough station (SLO) | 1 change | |
G38868+ C16918+ W29925+ C47876 | On time 7:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h04 | 11:34 Slough station (SLO) | 3 changes | |
W34029+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37113+ C04436 | Delayed 7:24 7:41Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h53 | 11:34 Slough station (SLO) | 3 changes | |
W34181+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ G15434+ G86189 | Delayed 8:24 8:16Deansgate (DGT) | 4h06 | 12:22 Slough station (SLO) | 3 changes | |
G01005+ C37651 | On time 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h56 | 12:21 Slough station (SLO) | 1 change | |
G38870+ C16923+ G01178+ C47880 | On time 8:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h02 | 12:32 Slough station (SLO) | 3 changes | |
W34181+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37129+ C04439 | Delayed 8:24 8:41Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h51 | 12:32 Slough station (SLO) | 3 changes | |
G01022+ C37604 | On time 12:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h56 | 16:21 Slough station (SLO) | 1 change | |
W33973+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37223+ C21590 | Delayed 12:24 12:41Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h53 | 16:34 Slough station (SLO) | 3 changes | |
G01024+ C37715 | On time 13:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h44 | 17:09 Slough station (SLO) | 1 change | |
W34172+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37133+ C21811 | Delayed 13:24 13:41Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h49 | 17:30 Slough station (SLO) | 3 changes | |
G01027+ C37438 | On time 14:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h56 | 18:21 Slough station (SLO) | 1 change | |
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A local museum on Slough’s social and industrial history, with changing displays and archive material in the town centre.
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Popular Indian restaurant known for Punjabi dishes, grills and curries in a lively yet relaxed setting.
Smart hotel restaurant offering modern British dishes and steaks in a polished, quieter atmosphere.
Established South Indian venue serving dosas, idli and thali in a casual dining room popular with local families.
Moderate for England. Hotels can be pricey near London links, but dining and local transport are usually cheaper than central London.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Slough station -> Slough town centre
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 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.
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.
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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