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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Cheapest price
zł114
Average price
zł129
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) will cost around zł129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł114.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) without transferring at least 2 times.
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G90085 · G8960211:04 AM2h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:35 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)zł1141One-way2 transfers- C17810+G90081 · G895858:57 AM2h38Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:35 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)zł1141One-way2 transfers
- C17780+G90086 · G8961412:04 PM2h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:35 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)zł1141One-way2 transfers
- C17771+G90083 · G8959310:04 AM2h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:35 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)zł1141One-way2 transfers
- C17778+G90087 · G895411:04 PM2h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:35 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)zł1141One-way2 transfers
- C17774+G90085 · G8960211:04 AM2h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:35 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)zł1141One-way2 transfers
- C17780+G90086 · G8961412:04 PM2h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:35 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)zł1141One-way2 transfers
- C17771+G90083 · G8959310:04 AM2h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:35 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)zł1141One-way2 transfers
- C17968+G90080 · G895796:04 PM2h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:35 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)zł1431One-way2 transfers
- C17966+G90075 · G895624:04 PM2h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:35 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)zł1431One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł35, and a train costs an average of zł65.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł112 Average price | zł53 Average price Cheapest | zł159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m 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 New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO):
A bus is zł59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) costing on average zł112.
Other travel options to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 21m.
The journey is about 14m faster (1h 45m by train vs 1h 59m by car) and roughly zł47 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł112 vs zł159). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Cross Country, Transport for Wales.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C17849+G90076 · G89569 | 7:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 9:35 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| C17810+G90081 · G89585 | 8:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h38 | 11:35 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| C17771+G90083 · G89593 | 10:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 12:35 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| C17774+G90085 · G89602 | 11:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 1:35 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| C17780+G90086 · G89614 | 12:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 2:35 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| C17778+G90087 · G89541 | 1:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 3:35 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| C17775+G90070 · G89546 | 2:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 4:35 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| C17781+G90072 · G89554 | 3:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 5:35 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| C17966+G90075 · G89562 | 4:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 6:35 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| C17869+G90077 · G89571 | 5:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 7:35 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
| C17968+G90080 · G89579 | 6:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 8:35 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł65 but you can travel from only zł35 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price zł65 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 9:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Cross Country, Transport for Wales from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Cross Country, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) from zł35. 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 New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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