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As the world's largest rugby pitch, a visit to Twickenham Stadium is a mecca for fans, and catching the train there is both easy and affordable.
Officially known as Allianza Stadium, this legendary ground is the home of the England rugby union team and plays host to some of the sport's biggest fixtures.
Whether you're heading to the Six Nations or catching the Varsity Match, this guide breaks down everything you need to know about taking the train to Twickenham Stadium. You'll get the lowdown on the quickest routes from major cities like Bristol, Birmingham and Coventry, as well as ideas for where to stay in case you plan on spending the night.
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What is the nearest train station to Twickenham Stadium in London?
Twickenham Railway Station is the closest train station to Twickenham Stadium and sits just a 10-minute walk from the gates. When you exit the station, turn right onto London Road, continue straight, then take a right onto Whitton Road. Walk along for about 10 minutes until you see the stadium.
On big match days with 82,000 fans heading the same way, be sure to give yourself extra time. The atmosphere's always buzzing, though, especially for nail-biting international games.
South Western Railway runs the station and you'll find ticket machines, seating areas and step-free access. Staff are on-site Monday to Friday from 06:40 to 20:20, Saturdays between 06:40 to 20:20 and Sundays from 07:40 to 19:10. The station has direct connections to London Waterloo, Reading, Windsor & Eton Riverside, and Clapham Junction.
Twickenham Station's address is 200 Whitton Road, Twickenham, London, TW2 7BA.
Popular train routes to Twickenham Stadium
London to Twickenham Stadium trains
With departures every 10 minutes, catching the train from London Waterloo to Twickenham is your fastest route to the rugby. South Western Railway operates the service, and the total journey time is between 20 and 30 minutes. The service runs through Vauxhall, Clapham Junction and Richmond before reaching Twickenham, meaning you've got plenty of options if you're coming from different parts of London.
For super keen rugby fans, the first train leaves Waterloo at 05:26 and arrives at 05:48. You don't need to peel yourself out of bed that early on a weekend, though. With so many departures throughout the day, you can leave at a time that suits you.
If you want even more choice, Richmond station offers both National Rail and Underground connections, plus there's often a shuttle bus to the stadium on big match days. The District Line from Central London gets you to Richmond, then it's either a quick train hop or a bus ride.
After the final whistle, you've lots of time to hang around and celebrate—the last service from Twickenham to London Waterloo leaves at 00:13, arriving at 00:36. The station sits in London fare zones, so you can use your contactless or Oyster card to tap in.
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Bristol to Twickenham Stadium
The 100-mile journey from Bristol to Twickenham takes between 2 hours 30 minutes and 3 hours with most routes requiring just one or two changes. You'll typically take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington.
You can jump off at Reading for a quick train to Twickenham or stay on until the end of the line. From Paddington, your best bet is to take the Victoria Line to Victoria, where you'll catch a train to Clapham Junction and change there for the service to Twickenham. It sounds like lots of connections, but there are so many departures on the Underground and from Victoria to Clapham Junction, you'll be there in no time.
Great Western Railway runs the Bristol to London leg, where First Class gets you wider reclining seats and power sockets. Standard fares range from £38 to £110, depending on when you book, while First Class starts at £93. Remember to look out for split ticket discounts on Trip.com.
Set your alarm for the 05:30 departure if you want to get there nice and early. This will get you there by 08:10 and in time for a proper breakfast around Twickenham before the crowds descend. For a 2 pm kick-off, the 10:00 from Bristol Temple Meads is a good shout.
As for getting back from Twickenham to Bristol, the latest train you can take is at 22:40 and, after a few changes, will get into Temple Meads just after 01:15. Book ahead on Trip.com to grab those cheaper advance fares before they disappear.
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Birmingham to Twickenham Stadium
If you're heading from Birmingham to London for a day of scrums and tackles at Twickenham, you'll want to hop on the Avanti West Coast train from Birmingham New Street to London Euston. You've then got two solid options.
If you want to avoid the Underground, you can change at Watford Junction for a train to Clapham Junction, where you've got departures every 10 minutes towards Twickenham. Or, continue to Euston, take the Victoria Line to Vauxhall and, from there, take a train straight to the rugby.
Whichever route you take, you're looking at between 2 hours and 30 minutes and 3 hours for this 98-mile journey. First Class is available out of Birmingham towards London and promises bigger seats and guaranteed tables.
If you're an early bird, the 05:50 departure gets you to Twickenham by 08:26, but if you want a more leisurely start to the day, the 09:49 gets you there in time for the 2 pm match. Getting home after the match, you can leave Twickenham for Birmingham as late as 20:41 and still make it by 00:01.
Standard tickets start from around £27 advance or £56 last-minute. You could shave off a few pounds by booking your Birmingham to London Euston and London Euston to Twickenham tickets separately. Luckily, Trip.com does the guesswork for you—these special deals are automatically built in.
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Coventry to Twickenham Stadium
At just over 2 hours, the journey from Coventry to London for the rugby at Twickenham is delightfully quick and easy. You can depart as early as 06:12, but the 10:10 train will get there, after a few stops, in time for the traditional 2 pm game.
There are a few changes required on this 83-mile trip, but there are so many frequent departures that you won't have to worry about missed connections. Take the Avanti West Coast to London Euston. When you arrive, head down to Underground and hop a Victoria Line train south to Vauxhall. From there, trains go every 10 minutes towards Twickenham Station.
You can expect to pay from around £40 for advanced singles on this route. That said, you may score great discounts if you book each leg of the journey separately. While that may sound complicated, Trip.com does it automatically for you when you search.
Heading back from Twickenham to Coventry on the same day? You can stick around until 20:23 when the latest train leaves towards Waterloo. After all the connections, you'll get back into Coventry by 23:07.
Hotels near Twickenham Stadium
If you're travelling to Twickenham for the rugby, why not turn it into a little mini break? A night or two in London is never a bad idea, after all. Plus, staying out in Twickenham will place you close to popular attractions like Windsor Castle, Thorpe Park and LEGOLAND. You'll find great deals for hotels nearby on Trip.com, and here are just a few:
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