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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$18
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$51
Fastest journey on Oct 29
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
1 h 49 m
Trains on Oct 29
11
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Manchester Airport will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Manchester Airport without transferring at least once.
C17771+
G9008310:04 AM 1h48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 11:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) $18 1 One-way 1 transfer- C17774+G90085
11:04 AM 1h48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 12:52 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) $18 1 One-way 1 transfer - C17810+G90081
8:57 AM 1h55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 10:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) $18 1 One-way 1 transfer 
C01369+G900819:07 AM 1h45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 10:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) $29 1 One-way 1 transfer- W33935+G90086
11:07 AM 2h45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 1:52 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) $31 1 One-way 1 transfer
- C01369+G90081
9:07 AM 1h45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 10:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) $29 1 One-way 1 transfer - C17771+G90083
10:04 AM 1h48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 11:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) $18 1 One-way 1 transfer - C17774+G90085
11:04 AM 1h48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 12:52 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) $18 1 One-way 1 transfer 
G00847+C17856+G900798:01 AM 1h51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 9:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) $100 1 One-way 2 transfers- G00847+W34147+G90079
8:01 AM 1h51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 9:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) $100 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Birmingham to Manchester Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€14) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 13:04. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€14) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 7:01 AM |
Last train 1:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Birmingham to Manchester Airport trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Birmingham to Manchester Airport.
Live departures
Birmingham to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00847+G89831 | 8:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 10:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| G00847+C17856+G90079 | 8:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h51 | 9:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 transfers | |
| G00847+W34147+G90079 | 8:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h51 | 9:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 transfers | |
| G66716+G89833 | 8:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h06 | 10:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C17810+G90081 | 8:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 10:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C01369+G90081 | 9:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 10:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| G66721+G89839 | 9:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h06 | 11:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C17771+G90083 | 10:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h48 | 11:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| G00854+G89847 | 10:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h06 | 12:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C17774+G90085 | 11:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h48 | 12:52 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| W33935+G90086 | 11:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h45 | 1:52 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Birmingham and Manchester Airport
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Manchester Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Manchester Airport
Most Birmingham to Manchester Airport trains use the Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Manchester Airport 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 Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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