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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on Sep 08
$18
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$76
Fastest journey on Sep 08
1 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
1 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 08
15
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM) will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
It's difficult to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) without transferring at least once.
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C169594:01 PM1h47Manchester Airport (MIA)5:48 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$181One-way1 transfer- G90102+C169645:01 PM1h47Manchester Airport (MIA)6:48 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$381One-way1 transfer
- C16920+G901058:01 AM1h47Manchester Airport (MIA)9:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$381One-way1 transfer
- C16925+G901099:01 AM1h47Manchester Airport (MIA)10:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$381One-way1 transfer
- G90100+C169177:01 AM1h47Manchester Airport (MIA)8:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$461One-way1 transfer
- G90102+C169645:01 PM1h47Manchester Airport (MIA)6:48 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$381One-way1 transfer
- G90095+C169594:01 PM1h47Manchester Airport (MIA)5:48 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$181One-way1 transfer
- G90100+C169177:01 AM1h47Manchester Airport (MIA)8:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$461One-way1 transfer
- C16920+G901058:01 AM1h47Manchester Airport (MIA)9:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$381One-way1 transfer
- C16925+G901099:01 AM1h47Manchester Airport (MIA)10:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$381One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 63 miles (102 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A bus is $38 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average $58 (€47).
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 12m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€47) compared to roughly $57 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.99 (€-0.80). The journey takes 1h 44m versus 1h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G00997+ G15885 | On time 2:28 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h29 | 6:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G00997+C25044 | On time 3:21 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h36 | 6:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G00997+C24464 | 4:07 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h50 | 6:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G00997+G15887 | 4:28 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h29 | 6:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W29851+G86149 | 6:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 8:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C16917+G90100 | 7:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h47 | 8:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G01138+G86159 | 7:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 9:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C16920+G90105 | 8:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h47 | 9:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G01144+G86165 | 8:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 10:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C16925+G90109 | 9:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h47 | 10:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W29866+G86170 | 9:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 11:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C16959+G90095 | 4:01 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h47 | 5:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W29908+G86167 | 4:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 6:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C16964+G90102 | 5:01 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h47 | 6:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G66587+G86173 | 5:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 7:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 3:48 AM |
Last train 6:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
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Northern Rail
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
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.
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