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The Engine House Visitor Centre
Award-winning museum and heritage railway showcasing the Severn Valley line. Steam trains, exhibits, and station atmosphere make it a top family visit.
Cheapest price
€82
Average price
€82
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Kidderminster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Kidderminster will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €82.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Kidderminster without transferring at least 2 times.
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Y80941 · W70272
C16912 · W70259+
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Y80941 · W70272Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Kidderminster 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 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Kidderminster:
A bus is €34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Kidderminster costing on average €42.
Other travel options to Kidderminster take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 29m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (2h 2m by train vs 2h 15m by car). Tickets start at around €42 compared to roughly €27 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Kidderminster trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G00997+ C16912 · W70259 | 5:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 7:26 AM Kidderminster station (KID) | 2 transfers | |
G00997+ Y80941 · W70272 | 5:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h44 | 7:55 AM Kidderminster station (KID) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Manchester to Kidderminster run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 10:37 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Kidderminster — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kidderminster trip today.
Award-winning museum and heritage railway showcasing the Severn Valley line. Steam trains, exhibits, and station atmosphere make it a top family visit.
Museum in a former town hall telling the story of Kidderminster’s carpet industry. Compact displays explain the trade that shaped the town.
Heritage railway station with period buildings, locomotives, and exhibits. A must for transport enthusiasts and visitors seeking a nostalgic day out.
Large woodland national nature reserve with walking trails and wildlife. It is one of the area’s top outdoor attractions for scenic exploration.
Large country park with formal gardens, woodland walks, and seasonal displays. It is one of the area’s most popular green escapes.
Popular canal-side walking route with locks, wildlife, and industrial heritage. Ideal for a relaxed walk near the town centre.
Faggots are Worcestershire pork and offal meatballs baked in rich onion gravy, a classic Black Country meal still loved across the Kidderminster area.
Grey peas are slow-cooked marrowfat peas, often served with bacon or faggots. They are a long-standing Midlands comfort food with strong local roots.
Hog puddings are seasoned pork sausages or slices linked to Worcestershire butchery traditions, valued for their hearty flavor and local heritage.
Historic country house hotel restaurant outside Kidderminster, known for refined British dining, afternoon tea, and formal surroundings.
Well-known riverside pub in Bewdley near Kidderminster, noted for cask ales, classic British dishes, and a polished but relaxed setting.
Established Indian restaurant in Kidderminster, popular for traditional curries, attentive service, and a smart yet comfortable atmosphere.
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or optional. If not, tip restaurants about 10%. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Kidderminster Railway Station -> Kidderminster Town Hall, Kidderminster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Kidderminster 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 Kidderminster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Kidderminster trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Kidderminster station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Kidderminster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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.
Moston is 6 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Moston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Moston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Moston: Parking.
Available at Moston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Services Towards Manchester : From Hollinwood Avenue, along a path (75 paces, 1:14 variable slope) onto the platform. Services towards Rochdale : From Hollinwood Avenue, through a 4ft gate and down a ramp (65 paces, 1:12 variable slope) onto the platform, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Kidderminster has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Kidderminster.
ATMs are available at Kidderminster.
Ticket office support is available at Kidderminster. 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.
Available at Kidderminster: Parking, WC.
Available at Kidderminster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kidderminster: 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machine outside Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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