Cheap Train Tickets from Manchester to Birmingham
For a train from Manchester to Birmingham, you can find advance tickets for as low as £6.20, with fares typically averaging around £21.43. To secure the most affordable train ticket, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid peak times. For a wider selection of cheap train tickets, please check our train ticket calendar.
Manchester to Birmingham Live Train Timetable
View rails from Manchester to Birmingham today (18th Apr 2024) with train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. To obtain further information about trains today or on any other day, please refer to the timetable below.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
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08:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:33 Birmingham New Street | On time | 1h 30m | CrossCountry | Find Tickets | |
08:25 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:57 Birmingham New Street | On time | 1h 32m | CrossCountry | Find Tickets | |
08:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 10:19 Birmingham New Street | On time | 1h 49m | Transport for Wales | Find Tickets | |
09:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 10:33 Birmingham New Street | On time | 1h 30m | CrossCountry | Find Tickets | |
09:25 Manchester Piccadilly | 10:56 Birmingham New Street | On time | 1h 31m | CrossCountry | Find Tickets | |
09:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 11:20 Birmingham New Street | On time | 1h 50m | Transport for Wales | Find Tickets | |
10:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 11:33 Birmingham New Street | On time | 1h 30m | CrossCountry | Find Tickets | |
10:25 Manchester Piccadilly | 11:56 Birmingham New Street | On time | 1h 31m | CrossCountry | Find Tickets | |
10:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 12:20 Birmingham New Street | On time | 1h 50m | Transport for Wales | Find Tickets | |
11:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 12:33 Birmingham New Street | On time | 1h 30m | CrossCountry | Find Tickets |
Manchester to Birmingham Train Journey Information
Experience seamless journey planning from Manchester to Birmingham. Explore the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and pricing options to optimise your trip.
| First train | 05:11 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 23:36 |
| Departure station | Manchester |
| Arrival station | Birmingham |
| Distance | 70 miles |
| Journey time | From 1h 30m |
| Price | From £6.20 |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern, West Midlands Trains |
Manchester to Birmingham Train Travel Guide
Train travel from Manchester to Birmingham offers convenient and efficient commuting or exploration, ensuring passengers enjoy timely arrivals. For a flawless travel experience, please consult our Train Journey Planner.
Plan Your Train Journey
The train from Manchester to Birmingham takes approximately 1h 30m. There are an average of 50 trains per day running from Manchester to Birmingham. The first train departs at 05:11, while the last train leaves at 23:36. For more details, please refer to our Train Journey Planner and Timetable.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
Train from Manchester to Birmingham Split Ticket and Advance tickets are available. The average fare is approx £21.43 and the cheapest fare is £6.20. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30.(Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00) Accurate ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class.
Train Stations
You can choose to start from Northampton,Banbury,Telford Central,Tamworth,Leamington Spa,Ashchurch for Tewkesbury,or Hereford Station to Birmingham by train.
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