Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)

Showing times and prices for Dec 11

Cheapest price

$40

Average price

$45

Fastest journey

2 h 5 m

Average duration

2 h 7 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

102 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) on Thu, Dec 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .

On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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.

Avanti West Coast
07:01AM2h05
Manchester Airport (MIA)
09:06AMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)
$401One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
07:24AM2h09
Manchester Airport (MIA)
09:33AMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)
$501One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €22.

Distance: 63 miles (102 km)

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€44

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€14

Average price

Cheapest

2h 22m

Average total duration

1h 52m

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2h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 51m

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National Express

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Live departures

Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 4:42 AM
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Tickets
avanti_west_coast7:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h05
9:06 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)

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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 1h 32m.

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 $14 (€12)
Distance
63 miles (102 km)
Average train duration
1h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
$27 (€22)
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
1h 32m
First train
07:01
Last train
20:17
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 $14 (€12)

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) trainsWest Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) from $14 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
$34 (€28)
West Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
$110 (€89)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
$149 (€120)
first_transpennine_express frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) 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 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $27 (€22), while the average price is around $54 (€44).
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Birmingham Moor Street is feasible, as the journey takes 1h 32m, covering a distance of 63 miles (102 km), with trains running 10 times per day.
The distance by train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) is 63 miles (102 km).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) is by bus, with a cost of around $14 (€12).
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) leaves at 7:01 AM.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Birmingham Moor Street is primarily urban and industrial, with some stretches offering glimpses of the picturesque English countryside, especially as the train moves through the Cheshire and Staffordshire areas.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO).
There is no high speed train available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO).
The train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) takes 1h 32m and runs 10 per day.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) leaves at 8:17 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO).

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)

Manchester
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
  • 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 toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

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