Shortest travel time:
1 h 28 m
Longest travel time:
2 h 6 m
Lowest train ticket cost:
$27
Avg. daily departures:
33
Earliest departure:
05:34
Latest departure:
23:22
Birmingham
Birmingham train station
New street station
B2 4QA, Birmingham , United Kingdom
130 km
Manchester
Manchester train stations
Piccadilly station
Manchester city centre, City of Manchester, United Kingdom
Victoria station
Manchester city centre, City of Manchester, United Kingdom

Birmingham to Manchester Train Information

Among the top choices for traveling from Birmingham to Manchester is taking a fast and modern train. All high-speed trains running between the cities were designed to offer the passengers everything they might need for a pleasant journey, including several travel classes to choose from, fast travel times (the journey takes about 2 hours), and an extensive timetable with up to 33 daily departures. Fantastic onboard amenities are also at your service during the ride. The trains from Birmingham to Manchester boast light and spacious carriages, equipped with cushy seats, and offer plenty of legroom and generous luggage space. Big panoramic windows are perfect for admiring the spectacular views along the way. Another reason to opt for a train ride from Birmingham to Manchester is that the train stations are located close to the city centers and are conveniently accessible by public transport, making it very easy to get around.

Birmingham to Manchester Train Timetable

Train type
Fastest trip
Longest trip
Earliest
Latest
Departures
Morning trains
1 hrs 28 min
2 hrs 6 min
05:34
11:30
13
Afternoon trains
1 hrs 28 min
1 hrs 37 min
12:01
17:30
12
Evening trains
1 hrs 28 min
2 hrs 6 min
18:01
19:07
4
Night trains
1 hrs 29 min
2 hrs 5 min
21:01
23:22
4

Trains on Birmingham - Manchester Route

Brand name
Train type
Travel time
Price from
Departures
Rating
Avanti West Coast
Avanti West Coast
Train with 1 change
1 hrs 37 min
$115
10
CrossCountry
CrossCountry
High-speed train
1 hrs 28 min
$27
20
London Midland Railway
London Midland Railway
Train with 1 change
2 hrs 5 min
$105
3