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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on Sep 08
$15
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 08
1 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
1 h 48 m
Trains on Sep 08
35
Distance
119 km
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 $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 35 trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 12 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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.
Y80826 · C17773+
L8910412:04 PM2h36Birmingham International (BHI)2:40 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$151One-way2 transfers- Y80849 · C17758+L890622:04 PM2h36Birmingham International (BHI)4:40 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$151One-way2 transfers
- C17931 · C18000+L891071:04 PM2h36Birmingham International (BHI)3:40 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$151One-way2 transfers
G0086112:41 PM1h48Birmingham International (BHI)2:29 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$281One-way0 transfers- G008915:41 PM1h48Birmingham International (BHI)7:29 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$281One-way0 transfers
- G008519:41 AM1h48Birmingham International (BHI)11:29 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$501One-way0 transfers
- G008498:41 AM1h48Birmingham International (BHI)10:29 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$321One-way0 transfers
- G0085510:41 AM1h48Birmingham International (BHI)12:29 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$371One-way0 transfers
- G0085811:41 AM1h48Birmingham International (BHI)1:29 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$321One-way0 transfers
- G0086112:41 PM1h48Birmingham International (BHI)2:29 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$281One-way0 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 an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, while a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 73 miles (119 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$53 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average $53.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 19m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 49m by train vs 1h 59m by car). Tickets start at around $53 compared to roughly $51 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country, Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y81070+G66607 | On time 5:42 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h17 | 7:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| Y81070 · C17921+L89072 | On time 5:42 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 3h00 | 8:42 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| P69491+G66607 | On time 6:06 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h53 | 7:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| P69491 · C17921+L89072 | On time 6:06 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h36 | 8:42 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W00332+G00779 | On time 6:34 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h55 | 8:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| L05065+G00781 | On time 7:04 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h55 | 8:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00847 | On time 7:41 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h48 | 9:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P69505+G66716 | On time 8:03 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h56 | 9:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00849 | On time 8:41 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h48 | 10:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y80794 · C17887+L89089 | On time 9:04 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h36 | 11:40 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
 G38356+G66721 | On time 9:08 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h51 | 10:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00851 | On time 9:41 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h48 | 11:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y80805 · C17797+L89093 | On time 10:04 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h36 | 12:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G38589+G00854 | On time 10:08 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h51 | 11:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| C17883 · C17795+L89098 | On time 11:04 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h36 | 1:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G38361+G66730 | On time 11:08 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h51 | 12:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00858 | On time 11:41 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h48 | 1:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y80826 · C17773+L89104 | On time 12:04 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h36 | 2:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G38594+G66735 | On time 12:08 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h51 | 1:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00861 | 12:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h48 | 2:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17931 · C18000+L89107 | On time 1:04 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h36 | 3:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G38364+G00865 | 1:08 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h51 | 2:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00866 | 1:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h48 | 3:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y80849 · C17758+L89062 | On time 2:04 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h36 | 4:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W44939+G00872 | On time 2:08 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h51 | 3:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00875 | On time 2:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h48 | 4:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y80862 · C17997+L89068 | On time 3:04 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h36 | 5:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G38368+G00876 | On time 3:08 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h51 | 4:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00879 | On time 3:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h48 | 5:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y80873 · C18003+L89076 | On time 4:04 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h36 | 6:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G38371+G00888 | On time 5:08 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h51 | 6:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00891 | On time 5:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h48 | 7:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17917 · C18002+L89086 | On time 6:04 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h36 | 8:40 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G38609+G00894 | On time 6:08 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h51 | 7:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00895 | On time 6:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h48 | 8:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00912 | On time 8:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h49 | 10:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 W34164 · W34076 | On time 8:47 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h20 | 11:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W11466 · C17885+L89100 | 8:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 3h13 | 12:04 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| Y61712 | On time 9:09 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 3h14 | 12:23 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00918 | 9:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h49 | 11:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C18010+G00934 | On time 10:04 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h09 | 12:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (119 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 73 miles (119 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 6:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail trains will get you between Birmingham International (BHI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Birmingham International (BHI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham International (BHI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: 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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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