How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Birmingham start from NOK 128. The average price for this train route is around NOK 302. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Birmingham?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Birmingham is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 114 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Avanti West Coast , Transport for Wales .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Birmingham?

The earliest train from Manchester to Birmingham departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 22:04.

Which 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 46 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 NOK 120

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Birmingham on 21 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	16:33	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	15:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	16:33	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	15:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	16:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	15:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	16:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	16:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	17:33	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Birmingham on 22 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	16:33	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Birmingham on 23 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	09:56	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Birmingham on 24 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	09:33	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Birmingham on 25 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	09:33	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Birmingham on 26 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:26	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	09:56	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	09:27	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 29m	10:56	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	08:26	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	09:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	09:27	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 29m	10:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:26	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 32m	11:58	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Birmingham on 27 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	09:56	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Birmingham on 28 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	16:33	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:03	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 30m	08:33	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Birmingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 31 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 31mAverage duration

114 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceNOK 57 - NOK 655	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceNOK 128 - NOK 1 985	Average duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.3/546 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi3.9

Avanti West Coast

3.8/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.1

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi5.0

GB train companies: RegioJet, CrossCountry, FlixTrain, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Birmingham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 NOK 128. The average price for this train route is around NOK 302. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Birmingham is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 114 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Manchester to Birmingham departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 22:04.
Which 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 46 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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

19/04

NOK 366

20/04

NOK 676

Today

NOK 330

22/04

NOK 287

23/04

NOK 287

24/04

NOK 251

25/04

NOK 216

26/04

NOK 287

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Birmingham was searched and found on 25 Apr 2026 with a price of NOK 216

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 NOK 216 to NOK 1 907 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 NOK 216, which is on 2026-04-25.