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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Solihull
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Solihull is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Solihull will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Solihull on Mon, Jul 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 20 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Mon, Jul 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.
7:25 AM2h14Manchester9:39 AMSolihull$281One-way0 transfers- 4:11 AM2h28Manchester6:39 AMSolihull$461One-way0 transfers
- 7:25 AM2h14Manchester9:39 AMSolihull$281One-way0 transfers
- 4:11 AM2h28Manchester6:39 AMSolihull$461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Solihull
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Solihull 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 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Solihull:
A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Solihull costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Solihull take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 16m.
The journey is about 20m faster (1h 43m by train vs 2h 3m by car) and roughly $9 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 (€34) vs $50 (€41)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester to Solihull train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Solihull trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:11 AM Manchester | 2h28 | 6:39 AM Solihull | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:25 AM Manchester | 2h14 | 9:39 AM Solihull | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Solihull
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Trains from Manchester to Solihull run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 10:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Solihull
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Solihull 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 Solihull, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Solihull
Most Manchester to Solihull trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Solihull station pair, with some services arriving at Widney Manor. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Solihull train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Solihull 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 Solihull station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Solihull from Solihull city centre
Solihull train station facilities and services
Solihull 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, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Solihull.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Solihull. ATMs are available at Solihull.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Solihull. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Solihull: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Solihull: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Solihull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Widney Manor from Solihull city centre
Widney Manor is 2 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
Widney Manor train station facilities and services
Widney Manor has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Widney Manor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Widney Manor. 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 Widney Manor: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Widney Manor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Widney Manor: 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 no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Olton from Solihull city centre
Olton is 3 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
Olton train station facilities and services
Olton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Olton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Olton. 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 Olton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Olton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Olton: 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 no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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