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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI)
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- $15
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- $65
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 1 h 47 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h 47 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 52
- Distance
- 119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 52 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI), including 15 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
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C16942 · Y8089512:06 PM 2h39 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 2:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) $15 1 One-way 2 transfers
G009975:11 AM 2h01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 7:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) $16 1 One-way 0 transfers- L89682+C16951 · C17796
2:06 PM 2h39 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 4:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) $22 1 One-way 2 transfers - L89677+C16947 · Y80903
1:06 PM 2h39 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 3:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) $22 1 One-way 2 transfers - G01003
7:25 AM 1h47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 9:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) $24 1 One-way 0 transfers
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8:25 AM 1h47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 10:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) $41 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01009
9:25 AM 1h47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) $82 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01022
12:25 PM 1h47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 2:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) $41 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01018
11:25 AM 1h47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 1:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) $82 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01027
2:25 PM 1h47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 4:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) $41 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (119 km) distance in 1h 38m.
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Journey facts
- Distance73 miles (119 km)
- Average train duration1h 48m
- Cheapest ticket price$13 (€11)
- Trains per day11
- Direct trains3
- Fastest train1h 38m
- First train4:11 AM
- Last train7:25 PM
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- High SeasonApr - Jun
- Low SeasonJul - Sep
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01008 | On time 8:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h46 | 10:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01012 | On time 9:27 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h45 | 11:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 W33326+ G38896 | Delayed 10:21 AM 9:30 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h05 | 11:35 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01016 | On time 10:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h46 | 12:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16931 · S14563+G38844 | Delayed 11:19 AM 10:30 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h14 | 12:44 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01020 | On time 11:24 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h48 | 1:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16937 · S14562+G38897 | Delayed 12:19 PM 11:29 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 1:44 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01023 | On time 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 2:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16941 · S14561+G38918 | Delayed 1:19 PM 12:31 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h13 | 2:44 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01026 | On time 1:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 3:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16946 · S14560+G38850 | Delayed 2:19 PM 1:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h14 | 3:44 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01029 | On time 2:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 4:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16952 · S14559+G38847 | Delayed 3:19 PM 2:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 4:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01030 | On time 3:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 5:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16957 · S14558+G38853 | Delayed 4:19 PM 3:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h14 | 5:44 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01034 | On time 4:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 6:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16961 · S14557+G38930 | Delayed 5:19 PM 4:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 6:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01036 | On time 5:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 7:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16966 · L22942+G38856 | Delayed 6:19 PM 5:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h14 | 7:44 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01040 | On time 6:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 8:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16971 · L22899+G38936 | Delayed 7:19 PM 6:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 8:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| W29936 | On time 7:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 9:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16975 · L05087+G38859 | Delayed 8:19 PM 7:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h18 | 9:48 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| C16979+W33325+G38900 | Delayed 9:19 PM 8:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h09 | 10:39 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| G66599+W33240 | On time 9:08 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h03 | 11:11 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G66599+Y81105 | On time 9:08 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h25 | 11:33 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
| G00997 | 5:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h01 | 7:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33950 | 6:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h54 | 7:56 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16915 · Y80823+L89624 | 6:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h38 | 8:45 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| W34115 | 6:23 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h03 | 8:26 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16915 · Y80823+G38866 | 6:27 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h18 | 8:45 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
| W29851+W33891 | 7:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h53 | 8:56 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01003 | 7:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 9:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16918 · Y80835+G38868 | 7:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 9:45 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
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Train companies from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) with CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, and Avanti West Coast. High-speed trains available on this route with Avanti West Coast. Regional trains available on this route with West Midlands Trains. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Birmingham International (BHI)
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) 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 International (BHI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Birmingham International (BHI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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.
Most popular train connections from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most popular trains to and from Birmingham International (BHI) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most popular train connections to Birmingham International (BHI)
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