Birmingham to Manchester Train
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Birmingham to Manchester by train
The journey from Birmingham to Manchester by train is 70.55 mi and takes 1 hr 40 mins. There are 32 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:34 and the last at 19:22. It is possible to travel from Birmingham to Manchester by train for as little as £9.45 or as much as £57.36. The best price for this journey is £9.45.
| Lowest Price | £9.45 |
| Journey Duration | 1 hr 40 mins |
| Connection per Day | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains 32 |
| Lowest Price | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains £9.45 |
| Highest Price | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains £57.36 |
| First Departure | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains 05:34 |
| Last Departure | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains 19:22 |
| Distance | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains 70.55 mi |
| Departure | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains Birmingham |
| Arrival | Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains Manchester |
| Carriers | Northern Rail, CrossCountry Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains |
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Find the best day to travel to Manchester by train
When travelling to Manchester by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Northern Rail, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast from Birmingham to Manchester
Compare services on board when travelling from Birmingham to Manchester by train.
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Birmingham to Manchester CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
7.95kg
Bus
8.52kg
Flight
22.71kg
Car
18.17kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Birmingham to Manchester by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Birmingham and Manchester are 7.95kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Birmingham and Manchester? By taking the train between Birmingham and Manchester you will save 14.76kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.57kg compared to a bus and 10.22kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Birmingham to Manchester?
A train ticket from Birmingham to Manchester is £29.17. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £9.45.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Birmingham to Manchester?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Birmingham to Manchester is £9.45. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Birmingham and Manchester by train?
Birmingham to Manchester is 70.55 mi.
How long does the train between Birmingham and Manchester take?
Birmingham to Manchester is on average 1 hr 40 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 28 mins.
Which companies operate from Birmingham to Manchester?
The train journey from Birmingham to Manchester is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
How many train connections per day go from Birmingham to Manchester?
Birmingham to Manchester has 32 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Birmingham to Manchester leave?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Manchester departs at 05:34. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Birmingham to Manchester depart?
The latest train from Birmingham to Manchester departs at 19:22. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Birmingham to Manchester in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £9.45 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Birmingham to Manchester?
There are on average 17 direct connection(s) from Birmingham to go to Manchester.
What's the fastest journey time between Birmingham to Manchester by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Birmingham and Manchester is 1 hr 28 mins.
Is there a direct train from Birmingham to Manchester?
Yes, there is a direct train between Birmingham and Manchester.
What are the CO2 emissions for Birmingham to Manchester by train?
The train journey from Birmingham to Manchester creates 7.95kg of CO2 emissions.