- Must visit
Baddesley Clinton
National Trust property with furnished historic rooms and interpretation of recusant history, functioning as Solihull’s leading heritage house museum.
Cheapest price on Sep 04
$28
Average ticket price on Sep 04
$38
Fastest journey on Sep 04
2 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 04
2 h 14 m
Trains on Sep 04
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 $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Fri, Sep 04, we found 2 trains from Manchester to Solihull, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 04 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Fri, Sep 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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.




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 train, with an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, while a train costs an average of $59.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$59 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 $47 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Solihull costing on average $59 (€48).
Other travel options to Solihull take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (1h 48m by train vs 2h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $59 (€48) compared to roughly $51 (€42) 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 Solihull trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:25 AM Manchester | 2h14 | 9:39 AM Solihull | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Manchester | 2h14 | 10:39 AM Solihull | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Solihull run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) 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 1h 38m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 10:24 PM |
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Discover the best of Solihull — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Solihull trip today.
National Trust property with furnished historic rooms and interpretation of recusant history, functioning as Solihull’s leading heritage house museum.
Historic house museum with displays on the Throckmorton family, Catholic history and fine interiors in an impressive Tudor setting.
Local history museum in a Grade II listed manor, presenting Solihull’s social history, collections and changing community stories.
Large town-centre park with lake, sports facilities and walking paths, popular for relaxed strolls, events and everyday local life.
Lakeside country park beside the NEC, ideal for easy walks, birdwatching and plane spotting close to Birmingham Airport.
Historic village-style high street lined with independent shops and period buildings, offering one of Solihull’s most attractive walking areas.
A rich meat pie with beef, gravy and onions under pastry, strongly associated with Birmingham and the wider West Midlands.
A thin oat-based griddle cake from the Black Country, eaten buttered or filled. It reflects the wider local industrial Midlands food tradition.
A seasoned pork sausage from nearby Birmingham, prized for its coarse texture and peppery flavour in the Victorian era.
Refined tasting-menu restaurant in Hampton in Arden, known for polished modern British cooking and an intimate fine-dining atmosphere.
Well-regarded local Indian restaurant known for classic curries and balti-style dishes in a comfortable, friendly setting.
Popular gastropub in Knowle serving modern British pub food, Sunday roasts and drinks in a stylish historic building.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and trains are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Solihull Station -> Birmingham Moor Street
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.

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.
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.
Manchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple food outlets and cafes available.
Free public Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are several ATMs located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester.
Available at Manchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester: Step-free access throughout the station.
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 options are available at Solihull.
Wi-Fi is available at Solihull. ATMs are available at Solihull.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Solihull: Parking, WC.
Available at Solihull: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Widney Manor is 2 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Widney Manor.
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.
Available at Widney Manor: Parking.
Available at Widney Manor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Olton is 3 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
Olton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Olton.
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.
Available at Olton: Parking.
Available at Olton: Bike Parking.
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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