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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€25
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€41
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 6 m
Trains on Sep 19
11
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
It's difficult to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) without transferring at least 2 times.
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C16938 · W8813411:06 AM2h31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:37 PMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)€251One-way2 transfers- L89665+C16804 · W881139:06 PM2h26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:32 PMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)€251One-way2 transfers
- L89682+C16953 · W881452:06 PM2h31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4:37 PMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)€251One-way2 transfers
- L89670+C16943 · W8813812:06 PM2h31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:37 PMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)€251One-way2 transfers
- L89655+C16933 · W8812910:06 AM2h31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:37 PMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)€251One-way2 transfers
- C16804 · W88113+
W448369:30 PM2h02Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:32 PMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)€611One-way2 transfers - C16938 · W88134+G3887611:30 AM2h07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:37 PMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)€611One-way2 transfers
- C16933 · W88129+G3887510:30 AM2h07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:37 PMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)€611One-way2 transfers
- C16943 · W88138+G3887912:30 PM2h07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:37 PMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)€611One-way2 transfers
- C16948 · W88142+G388811:30 PM2h07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3:37 PMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)€611One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€36 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m 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 Moor Street (BMO):
A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) costing on average €36.
Other travel options to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 24m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 45m by train vs 1h 59m by car). Tickets start at around €36 compared to roughly €35 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G66582 | On time 8:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h28 | 9:31 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89657+C16980 | On time 8:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h14 | 10:20 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W29939 | On time 8:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h31 | 9:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W44879+C16980 | On time 8:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 10:20 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| L89665+C16985 | On time 9:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h14 | 11:20 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G66598 | On time 9:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h29 | 10:54 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W44841+C16985 | On time 9:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 11:20 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G66602 | On time 10:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h34 | 11:37 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| L89655+C16933 · W88129 | 10:06 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h31 | 12:37 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
| C16933 · W88129+G38875 | 10:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h07 | 12:37 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
| L89663+C16938 · W88134 | 11:06 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h31 | 1:37 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
| C16938 · W88134+G38876 | 11:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h07 | 1:37 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
| L89670+C16943 · W88138 | 12:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h31 | 2:37 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
| C16943 · W88138+G38879 | 12:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h07 | 2:37 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
| L89677+C16948 · W88142 | 1:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h31 | 3:37 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
| C16948 · W88142+G38881 | 1:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h07 | 3:37 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
| L89682+C16953 · W88145 | 2:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h31 | 4:37 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
Northern Rail
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) 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 Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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