How to travel from Manchester to Birmingham

There are 2 options to travel between Manchester and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of CHF13.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Birmingham:

A bus is CHF14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Birmingham costing on average CHF28.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 3m.

The distance from Manchester to Birmingham is approximately 70 miles (113 km).

The average frequency per day from Manchester to Birmingham is:

• Around 28 trains per day.
• Around 27 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Birmingham as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Birmingham:

• Trains mostly depart from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
• Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Coach Station and arrive in Birmingham, Coach Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Birmingham by bus.
• Travel with CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Cross Country to go to Birmingham by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Manchester to Birmingham with the following travel companies:

• 26 direct buses per day with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
• 15 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country.

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Most travelers need at least three days in Birmingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.

Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.