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Trains from Manchester Stations to Cradley Heath (CRA)

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33

train journeys
per day

70

miles (113 kms)

1hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Cradley Heath (CRA)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Cradley Heath , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Cradley Heath is approximately 70 miles (113 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 29 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Cradley Heath.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 56 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Manchester Stations  to Cradley Heath

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Cradley Heath Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:11
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    07:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:03
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:26
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:25
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:25
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:25
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:25
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:25
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    13:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:25
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:25
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:25
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    16:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:30
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:25
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Cradley Heath
    Manchester Piccadilly to Cradley Heath

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Smethwick Galton Bridge station, Oldbury Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B66 1HU
Managed by WM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:15 - 13:00
Tuesday 06:15 - 13:00
Wednesday 06:15 - 13:00
Thursday 06:15 - 13:00
Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 08:00 - 16:00
Sunday 10:00 - 13:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Cradley Heath Station

Station name Cradley Heath (CRA)
Address Cradley Heath station, Forge Lane, Cradley Heath, West Midlands, B64 5AL
Managed by WM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and Cradley Heath

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Cradley Heath by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Cradley Heath vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Stations and Cradley Heath typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and Cradley Heath can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Stations & Cradley Heath. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Cradley Heath.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Stations and Cradley Heath, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.