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Birmingham to Manchester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 29.11, with average prices for this route around NZD 20.26. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Fri, Jul 25
    From NZD 33.14
  • Sat, Jul 26
    From NZD 55.30
  • Sun, Jul 27
    From NZD 73.43
  • Mon, Jul 28
    From NZD 29.11
  • Tue, Jul 29
    From NZD 53.51
  • Wed, Jul 30
    From NZD 49.48
  • Thu, Jul 31
    From NZD 40.30
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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01:35
Birmingham New Street
06:43
Manchester Piccadilly
5h 8m, No directAvanti West Coast
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06:01
Birmingham New Street
07:29
Manchester Piccadilly
1h 28m, DirectCrossCountry
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06:30
Birmingham New Street
07:59
Manchester Piccadilly
1h 29m, DirectCrossCountry
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07:01
Birmingham New Street
08:29
Manchester Piccadilly
1h 28m, DirectCrossCountry
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07:04
Birmingham New Street
08:45
Manchester Piccadilly
1h 41m, No directWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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07:26
Birmingham New Street
08:59
Paris
1h 33m, DirectCrossCountry
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Birmingham to Manchester train route details

First train
First train
01:35
Last train
Last train
23:22
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
1h 28m
Distance
Distance
114 km
Price
Price
NZD 29.11*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Manchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birmingham to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Birmingham to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Save money on your trip from Birmingham to Manchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.