Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$37

Average price

$50

Fastest journey

1 h 28 m

Average duration

1 h 35 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

113 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Sat, Jul 12, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .

On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.

CrossCountryC23262
07:01AM1h28
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
08:29AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$371One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountryC03867
06:30AM1h29
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
07:59AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$371One-way
0 transfers
West Midlands TrainsL33117+Avanti West CoastW09715
07:04AM1h40
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
08:44AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$491One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW09864+CrossCountryC23264
07:07AM1h52
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
08:59AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$581One-way
1 transfer
CrossCountryC23258
06:01AM1h28
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
07:29AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$691One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €10.

Distance: 70 miles (113 km)

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Bus

€40

Average price

€18

Average price

Cheapest

2h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 41m

Average total duration

2h 11m

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30m

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Live departures

Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, July 11
Last updated at 6:28 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
cross_countryC23368
On time
7:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h28
8:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
cross_countryC23370
On time
7:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h29
8:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
cross_countryC23372
On time
8:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h28
9:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
cross_countryC23374
On time
8:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h29
9:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
cross_countryC23376
On time
9:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h28
10:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW10504+transport_for_walesG56072
On time
9:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2h06
11:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
Saturday, July 12
cross_countryC23258
On time
5:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h28
6:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
cross_countryC03867
On time
5:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h29
6:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
cross_countryC23262
On time
6:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h28
7:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
west_midlands_railL33117+avanti_west_coastW09715
On time
6:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h40
7:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW09864+cross_countryC23264
On time
6:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h52
7:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) 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 (€5)
Distance
70 miles (113 km)
Average train duration
1h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
$12 (€10)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 24m
First train
07:01
Last train
22:22
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 (€5)

Train providers: CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and West Midlands Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains

Find the best trains between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with Omio's travel partners CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and West Midlands Trains from $23 (€19). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best 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.

Train information from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 27 min
  • Cheapest Price: $23
  • CrossCountry frequency: 13 a day

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Birmingham
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your trip from Birmingham to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
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
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • All Bar One
  • Leon
  • Caffè Nero
  • Five Guys
  • Krispy Kreme
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Wasabi
  • Starbucks
  • Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
  • Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
  • Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
  • Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
  • Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
  • Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
  • Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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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