The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Twickenham
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Twickenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Twickenham will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester for Twickenham every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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 Twickenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Twickenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. 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 £9, and a flight costs an average of £76.
Distance: 261 km
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Live departures
Manchester to Twickenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Twickenham trains for today, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:39 Manchester | 3h47 | 22:26 Twickenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 17 January | |||||
![]() | 04:05 Manchester | 3h51 | 07:56 Twickenham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:11 Manchester | 3h45 | 07:56 Twickenham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:48 Manchester | 3h22 | 08:10 Twickenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Twickenham
Trains from Manchester to Twickenham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 04:56 |
Last train 21:23 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Twickenham trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Twickenham from £9. 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 Twickenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Twickenham 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 Twickenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Twickenham
- 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 06:40 - 20:20 Saturday 06:40 - 20:20 Sunday 07:40 - 19:10
- Car Park: No
- 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 all platforms
- 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all the platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 5; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Mezzanine Level
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Richmond and Strawberry Hill: London Road (A310) Bus Stop C outside station Towards Hounslow: Bus Stop on Whitton Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station. Some step-free access, may be in one direction only - please check details. Step free access for trains towards Twickenham and Strawberry Hill. Steps required for trains towards Richmond. Access for Amyand Road for Platform 3 only.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2; waiting room is heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: St Margarets Road (A3004) bus stop J
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 13:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:45 Sunday 09:30 - 13:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. Ramp at approx 1:14 gradient to Platform 1 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Wimbledon). Short unevenly-graded floor at approx 1:10 gradient to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Richmond). Step-free access between platforms via full-barrier level crossing. 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 2 - Currently being refurbished
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Twickenham: Waldegrave Road bus stop SH (Opp. St Marys University) To Teddington: Waldegrave Road bus stop SN (outside St Marys University) This is for services between Teddington and Twickenham ONLY For through services to and from Shepperton from/to Twickenham - next to level crossing Journeys starting or finishing at Strawberry Hill: Wellesley Road by station entrance
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