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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price
kr0.00
Average price
kr-0.08
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Redditch to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Redditch to Manchester without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Redditch to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr67. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr67, and a train costs an average of kr252.
Distance: 82 miles (132 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr360 Average price | kr86 Average price Cheapest | kr231 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m 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 Redditch to Manchester:
A bus is kr275 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Redditch to Manchester costing on average kr360.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 18m.
Tickets start at around kr360 compared to roughly kr231 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-129.69. The journey takes 2h 18m versus 2h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Redditch to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:04 AM Redditch | 2h25 | 8:29 AM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:31 AM Redditch | 2h28 | 8:59 AM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:01 AM Redditch | 2h28 | 9:29 AM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:31 AM Redditch | 2h28 | 9:59 AM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:01 AM Redditch | 2h28 | 10:29 AM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Redditch | 2h28 | 10:59 AM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:01 AM Redditch | 2h28 | 11:29 AM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:31 AM Redditch | 2h28 | 11:59 AM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:01 AM Redditch | 2h28 | 12:29 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:31 AM Redditch | 2h28 | 12:59 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:01 AM Redditch | 2h28 | 1:29 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:31 AM Redditch | 2h28 | 1:59 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:01 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 2:29 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:31 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 2:59 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:01 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 3:29 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:31 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 3:59 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:01 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 4:29 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:31 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 4:59 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:01 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 5:29 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:31 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 5:59 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:01 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 6:29 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:31 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 6:59 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:01 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 7:29 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:31 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 7:59 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:01 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 8:29 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:01 PM Redditch | 2h28 | 9:29 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:01 PM Redditch | 2h29 | 10:30 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:01 PM Redditch | 2h29 | 11:30 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:31 PM Redditch | 2h37 | 12:08 AM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Redditch to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr252 but you can travel from only kr67 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price kr252 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Redditch to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Redditch to Manchester trains use the Redditch to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Redditch and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Redditch.
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.
Available at Redditch: Parking.
Available at Redditch: Bike Parking.
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.
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.
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