Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$37

Fastest journey

1 h 48 m

Average duration

1 h 57 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

119 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham International (BHI) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Wed, Jul 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .

On Wed, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

CrossCountry
05:08PM1h51
Birmingham International (BHI)
06:59PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$291One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
02:08PM1h51
Birmingham International (BHI)
03:59PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$351One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
02:41PM1h48
Birmingham International (BHI)
04:29PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$361One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
09:41AM2h18
Birmingham International (BHI)
11:59AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$411One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
01:04PM1h55
Birmingham International (BHI)
02:59PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$431One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €16.

Distance: 73 miles (119 km)

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Bus

€35

Average price

€15

Average price

Cheapest

2h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 34m

Average total duration

2h 4m

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30m

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Live departures

Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, July 8
Last updated at 3:08 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
cross_countryC23416
On time
3:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI)
1h48
5:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW10536+transport_for_walesG56057
On time
3:46 PM Birmingham International (BHI)
2h29
6:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
transport_for_walesG55426+cross_countryC23418
On time
4:08 PM Birmingham International (BHI)
1h51
5:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)
Distance
73 miles (119 km)
Average train duration
1h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
$20 (€16)
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 48m
First train
04:42
Last train
20:09
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)

Train companies: CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and West Midlands Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains

CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham International (BHI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next journey: you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train information with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 48 min
  • Cheapest Price: $21
  • CrossCountry frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Popular train stations from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Birmingham
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham International for your trip from Birmingham to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
12 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Birmingham International
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

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