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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.
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Trains from Manchester to Trowbridge run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £213 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £213 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 20:25 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
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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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Trowbridge trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Trowbridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Trowbridge 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 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple food outlets and cafes available.
Free public Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are several ATMs located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester.
Available at Manchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester: Step-free access throughout the station.
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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