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Explore cheap prices from Manchester to Birmingham New Street

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Birmingham New Street, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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AU$14.84
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AU$11.87
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AU$14.74
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Manchester to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Birmingham New Street? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$11.87, with average prices for this route around AU$18.52.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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15:25
1h 31m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
16:56
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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15:30
1h 48m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
17:18
Birmingham New Street
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16:03
1h 30m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
17:33
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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16:25
1h 31m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
17:56
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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16:30
1h 50m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
18:20
Birmingham New Street
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17:03
1h 30m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
18:33
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Manchester to Birmingham New Street train route details

First train
First train
05:11
Last train
Last train
23:36
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham New Street
Journey time
Journey time
1h 28m
Distance
Distance
114 km
Price
Price
AU$11.87*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Birmingham New Street

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 Manchester to Birmingham New Street can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Manchester to Birmingham New Street, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
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 Manchester to Birmingham New Street 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 of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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