The average train between Manchester and Trowbridge takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Trowbridge. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Manchester and Trowbridge. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 5:03 PM which arrives into Trowbridge at 8:56 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Trowbridge. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Trowbridge station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Manchester to Trowbridge train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Trowbridge train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Manchester to Trowbridge train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Manchester and Trowbridge is 240.4 km. The road distance is 313 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meads every 3 hours. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 3h 6m.