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Trains from Manchester Stations to Birmingham Stations

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51

train journeys
per day

72

miles (117 kms)

1hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:26

first / last train

28

direct trains

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Birmingham Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 51 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Birmingham Stations , with 28 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Birmingham Stations is approximately 72 miles (117 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 3 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Birmingham Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:11
    1 hrs 45 mins Direct
    06:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:55
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:24
    1 hrs 40 mins Direct
    08:04
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:26
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    08:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:03
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    08:33
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:25
    1 hrs 31 mins Direct
    08:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    09:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    09:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:25
    1 hrs 32 mins Direct
    09:57
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    10:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:03
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    10:33
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:25
    1 hrs 31 mins Direct
    10:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    11:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:03
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    11:33
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    2 hrs 1 change
    12:15
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    12:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:03
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    12:33
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:25
    1 hrs 31 mins Direct
    12:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    13:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:03
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    13:33
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Birmingham New Street
    Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street

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 Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 Stations

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Birmingham Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Birmingham Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 51 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:26.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 28 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Birmingham Stations

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

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