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Trains from Manchester Stations to Birmingham International (BHI)

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50

train journeys
per day

74

miles (119 kms)

1hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:37

first / last train

17

direct trains

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Birmingham International (BHI)

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On a typical weekday there are 50 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Birmingham International , with 17 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 Birmingham International is approximately 74 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 21 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Birmingham International Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:11
    2 hrs 1 min Direct
    07:12
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:03
    1 hrs 53 mins Direct
    07:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:24
    2 hrs 2 mins Direct
    08:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    08:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:25
    1 hrs 47 mins Direct
    09:12
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:03
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    09:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:25
    1 hrs 47 mins Direct
    10:12
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    10:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:25
    1 hrs 47 mins Direct
    11:12
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    11:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:25
    1 hrs 47 mins Direct
    12:12
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    12:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:25
    1 hrs 47 mins Direct
    13:12
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:03
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    13:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham International
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and Birmingham International

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Birmingham International by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Birmingham International vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 50 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Birmingham International

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

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