TWTC Exhibit 23.1

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statements on Form S-8 (Nos. 333-117757, 333-117754, 333-48084, 333-83995, 333-164318) of our reports dated February 21, 2012, with respect to the consolidated financial statements and schedule of tw telecom inc., and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting of tw telecom inc., included in this Annual Report (Form 10-K) for the year ended December 31, 2011.