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Black Country Living Museum
Open-air industrial heritage museum with reconstructed shops, trams, and canals, offering one of the region’s best history days out.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$35
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$50
Fastest journey on Oct 10
1 h 57 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
2 h 1 m
Trains on Oct 10
3
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to West Bromwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to West Bromwich will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 3 trains from Manchester to West Bromwich, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.






Trains from Manchester to West Bromwich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 but you can travel from only $8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (108 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 67 miles (108 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to West Bromwich trains for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:30 AM Manchester | 1h49 | 11:19 AM West Bromwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, October 10 | |||||
![]() | 7:25 AM Manchester | 1h57 | 9:22 AM West Bromwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Open-air industrial heritage museum with reconstructed shops, trams, and canals, offering one of the region’s best history days out.
Major contemporary art gallery beside the town centre, known for ambitious exhibitions and strong Black Country cultural links.
Local history museum in Oak House grounds, highlighting Tudor life, Sandwell heritage, and changing everyday culture.
Large urban park with lake, sports areas, and open lawns, popular for walks, events, and everyday relaxation.
Nature-rich reserve with pools, woodland, and birdlife, offering a quieter contrast to the surrounding urban area.
Towpath section on a historic canal, attractive for walking and cycling through a landscape shaped by industry.
A Black Country classic: thick-cut ham or pork served with peas, potatoes and parsley sauce. A beloved pub staple tied to local working-class cooking.
Soft white bread rolls, called batches in the Black Country, often filled with bacon, sausage or chips. The local name marks regional identity.
A rich meat stew linked to the nearby West Midlands chain. It became a local takeaway favourite and reflects the area's South Asian food culture.
Popular Turkish grill known for charcoal kebabs, fresh bread and generous plates. Modern casual setting with a strong local following.
Reliable Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and balti-style favourites. Casual atmosphere and well regarded for consistent flavour.
Established pub-restaurant at Sandwell Valley, known for carvery, grills and British classics. Family-friendly setting with parkland surroundings.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are often cheaper than central Birmingham, while dining and local transit are broadly similar to other West Midlands towns.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: no tip or small change.
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Sandwell & Dudley -> West Bromwich Bus Station, West Bromwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to West Bromwich 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 West Bromwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to West Bromwich trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Sandwell & Dudley station pair, with some services arriving at Tame Bridge Parkway. Use this guide to compare Manchester and West Bromwich 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.
Sandwell & Dudley is 1 km from West Bromwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Sandwell & Dudley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Sandwell & Dudley.
Ticket office support is available at Sandwell & Dudley. 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 Sandwell & Dudley: Parking, WC.
Available at Sandwell & Dudley: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sandwell & Dudley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Tame Bridge Parkway is 3 km from West Bromwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Tame Bridge Parkway 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 Tame Bridge Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Tame Bridge Parkway. 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 Tame Bridge Parkway: Parking.
Available at Tame Bridge Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tame Bridge Parkway: 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 located outside the Ticket Office, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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