4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Redditch
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Redditch is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Redditch without transferring at least once.
8:30 PM2h52Manchester11:22 PMRedditchFind prices3 transfers
9:08 PM2h44Manchester11:52 PMRedditchFind prices1 transfer- 10:04 PM8h21Manchester6:25 AMRedditchFind prices1 transfer
- 9:08 PM2h44Manchester11:52 PMRedditchFind prices1 transfer
- 8:30 PM2h52Manchester11:22 PMRedditchFind prices3 transfers
- 10:04 PM8h21Manchester6:25 AMRedditchFind prices1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Redditch
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Redditch among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 82 miles (132 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m 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 to Redditch:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Redditch costing on average $48 (€39).
Other travel options to Redditch take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (2h 12m by train vs 2h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $35 (€29) 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.
Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Redditch by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Redditch
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Trains from Manchester to Redditch run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 10:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Transport for Wales from Manchester to Redditch trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Redditch from $9 (€7). 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 to Redditch
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Redditch 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 Redditch, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Redditch
Most Manchester to Redditch trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Redditch station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Redditch train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Redditch leave from?
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.
Which Redditch station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Redditch from Redditch city centre
Redditch train station facilities and services
Redditch has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redditch.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Redditch. 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 Redditch: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redditch: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redditch: 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: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the car park, outside the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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