The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) without transferring at least once.
C24826+
W298516:40 AM1h53Manchester Victoria (MCV)8:33 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$711One-way1 transfer
G16076+
W2988212:40 PM1h53Manchester Victoria (MCV)2:33 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$741One-way1 transfer
G15812+
G011501:40 PM1h53Manchester Victoria (MCV)3:33 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$741One-way1 transfer
C24826+
W298516:40 AM1h53Manchester Victoria (MCV)8:33 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$711One-way1 transfer
G16076+
W2988212:40 PM1h53Manchester Victoria (MCV)2:33 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$741One-way1 transfer
G15812+
G011501:40 PM1h53Manchester Victoria (MCV)3:33 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$741One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$42 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m 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 Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average $42 (€35).
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 21m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (1h 49m by train vs 1h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $42 (€35) compared to roughly $42 (€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, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast.
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 Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01015 | On time 10:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h32 | 11:58 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16931+ V93353 | 10:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h48 | 12:18 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
A29407+ W29883 | On time 12:40 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h53 | 2:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
A29406+ W29887 | 1:40 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h53 | 3:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
A29405+ W29894 | 2:40 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h53 | 4:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
A29403+ W29907 | 4:40 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h52 | 6:32 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
A29402+ G66589 | 5:40 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h53 | 7:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
A29398+ G66601 | 9:40 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h54 | 11:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 9:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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.
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Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 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 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 Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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