The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
21
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 $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 21 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Birmingham International (BHI) on Fri, Jun 19, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.
G010099:25 AM1h47Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:12 AMBirmingham International (BHI)$131One-way0 transfers
G009975:11 AM2h01Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:12 AMBirmingham International (BHI)$131One-way0 transfers
G0101310:25 AM1h47Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:12 PMBirmingham International (BHI)$201One-way0 transfers
C16927 · Y80859+
L896479:06 AM2h39Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:45 AMBirmingham International (BHI)$211One-way2 transfers
C16923 · Y80847+
L896408:06 AM2h39Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:45 AMBirmingham International (BHI)$301One-way2 transfers
G010037:25 AM1h47Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:12 AMBirmingham International (BHI)$851One-way0 transfers
G010099:25 AM1h47Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:12 AMBirmingham International (BHI)$131One-way0 transfers
G0101310:25 AM1h47Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:12 PMBirmingham International (BHI)$201One-way0 transfers
G010058:25 AM1h47Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:12 AMBirmingham International (BHI)$991One-way0 transfers
W29866+
W3397410:03 AM1h53Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:56 AMBirmingham International (BHI)$831One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 73 miles (119 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI):
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Birmingham International (BHI) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 9m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country.
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 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, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01035 | 4:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 6:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38886+ C16962 · C17906 | 4:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 6:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
W29908+ W33957 | On time 5:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h53 | 6:56 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
L89634+ C16967 · Y80927 | On time 5:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h39 | 7:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
G01043 | 5:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 7:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38890+ C16967 · Y80927 | 5:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 7:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
G66587+ W34045 | 6:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h53 | 7:56 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
L89642+ C16972 · Y80931 | On time 6:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h39 | 8:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
G01039 | 6:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 8:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38892+ C16972 · Y80931 | 6:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 8:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
G00766+ W70176 | 7:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h05 | 9:08 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
L89649+ C16976 · P69538 | On time 7:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h39 | 9:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
G01042 | 7:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 9:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W44838+ C16976 · P69538 | On time 7:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 9:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
G66582+ W70178 | 8:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h02 | 10:05 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
W29939 | 8:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 10:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89665+ C16984 · Y81088 | 9:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h03 | 12:09 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
G66598+ W33861 | On time 9:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h55 | 11:20 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
G66598+ W33861 | On time 9:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h55 | 11:20 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
G66602+ Y81088 | On time 10:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h06 | 12:09 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
G00997 | 5:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h01 | 7:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33932 · W33950 | 5:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h02 | 7:56 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
W33950 | 6:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h54 | 7:56 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89624+ C16915 · Y80823 | 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 | |
W33953+ G66937+ Y80823 | 6:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h16 | 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 | |
W34092 · W34271 | 7:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h32 | 10:26 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
G01138+ W33940 | 8:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h53 | 9:56 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
L89640+ C16923 · Y80847 | 8:06 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h39 | 10:45 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
G01005 | 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 10:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16923 · Y80847+ G38870 | 8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 10:45 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
G01144+ W34130 | 9:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h53 | 10:56 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
L89647+ C16927 · Y80859 | 9:06 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h39 | 11:45 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
G01009 | 9:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 11:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16927 · Y80859+ G38873 | 9:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 11:45 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
W29866+ W33974 | 10:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h53 | 11:56 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
G01013 | 10:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h47 | 12:12 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16932 · C17802+ G38874 | 10:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 12:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 20:06. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (119 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 73 miles (119 km) |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 4:11 AM |
Last train 8:06 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International (BHI) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Birmingham International (BHI) from $8 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
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