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Birmingham to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Manchester, starting from 170,02 kr and averaging 118,33 kr. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 28m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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lör, 21 juni
From 235,40 kr
sön, 22 juni
From 236,71 kr
mån, 23 juni
From 188,32 kr
tis, 24 juni
From 347,87 kr
ons, 25 juni
From 170,02 kr
tors, 26 juni
From 312,56 kr
fre, 27 juni
From 241,94 kr

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
01:45 Birmingham New Street	07:07 Manchester Oxford Road	5h 22m, Changes required	Find Tickets
01:45 Birmingham New Street	07:13 Manchester Piccadilly	5h 28m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:01 Birmingham New Street	07:29 Manchester Piccadilly	1h 28m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:30 Birmingham New Street	07:59 Manchester Piccadilly	1h 29m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:01 Birmingham New Street	08:29 Manchester Piccadilly	1h 28m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:07 Birmingham New Street	08:44 Paris	1h 37m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

01:45

Last train

22:30

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

1h 28m

Distance

114 km

Price

170,02 kr*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birmingham to Manchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Manchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Birmingham to Manchester, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to Manchester Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Birmingham to Manchester Train prices and times

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