How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Birmingham start from $14. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Manchester to Birmingham is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 71 miles (114 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Transport for Wales , Avanti West Coast .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Birmingham?

The earliest train departs from Manchester to Birmingham at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:42pm.

What is the best train operator from Manchester to Birmingham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Birmingham?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Manchester to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Transport for Wales , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Manchester to Birmingham from $17

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Birmingham on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	9:33am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Birmingham on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	9:33am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Birmingham on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:25pm	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	4:56pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	9:27am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 29m	10:56am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	8:26am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	9:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:26am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	9:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:27am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 29m	10:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Birmingham on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	9:33am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Birmingham on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	9:33am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Birmingham on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	9:33am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Birmingham on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:03am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	8:33am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:25am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	8:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

71 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $75	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $209	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $24	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Birmingham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Birmingham start from $14. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Birmingham is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 71 miles (114 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Birmingham at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:42pm.
What is the best train operator from Manchester to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Manchester to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/09

$47

12/10

$65

Today

$66

12/12

$57

12/13

$39

12/14

$39

12/15

$35

12/16

$39

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $197 for a train ticket from Manchester to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-15.