How to get from
Manchester to Birmingham
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Compare prices to get from Manchester to Birmingham
€8|1h 28m
€38|7h 25m
€9|1h 40m
€12
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LNR & WMR13:06
2h 14m
15:20
Manchester PiccadillyBirmingham New Street
€8
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1 stop
CrossCountry20:03
1h 28m
21:31
Manchester PiccadillyBirmingham New Street
€20
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Direct
LNR & WMR11:36
2h 12m
13:48
Manchester PiccadillyBirmingham New Street
€12
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1 stop
LNR & WMR12:06
2h 14m
14:20
Manchester PiccadillyBirmingham New Street
€12
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1 stop
- Prices shown from Manchester to Birmingham are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Manchester to Birmingham
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Birmingham costs only €8 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 1h 53m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Average price
€12
Average duration
1h 55m
Departure Time
23:36 - 18:57
Direct options
Flights
Fastest
Average price
€63
Average duration
1h 53m
Departure Time
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Direct options
Buses
Cheapest
Average price
€8
Average duration
2h 32m
Departure Time
22:50 - 04:35
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Birmingham?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Manchester to Birmingham?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Manchester to Birmingham is Tuesday, with an average price of €12.
€13
€13
€12
€11
What is the cheapest day to travel from Manchester to Birmingham by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Manchester to Birmingham is Wednesday, with an average price of €8.
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From Manchester to Birmingham: Travel Information
Companies operating from Manchester to Birmingham
Find stations and airports near Manchester and Birmingham
Popular train stations near Manchester
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Oxford Road
New Islington (Metrolink)
Manchester Central Zone
Ardwick
Popular train stations near Birmingham
Birmingham New Street
Queens Road Mtlk
Birmingham Moor Street
Birmingham Snow Hill
Curzon Street Station
Popular airports near Manchester
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
Nearby
Popular airports near Birmingham
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Coventry airport (CVT)
Nearby
Popular bus stations near Manchester
Manchester Central Coach Station
Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
Manchester Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Shudehill Bus Stop NN
Manchester Shudehill Bus Station
Popular bus stations near Birmingham
Birmingham Bull Street
Birmingham The Priory Queensway
Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway
Inactive Birmingham
Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stop
FAQ – How to Get from Manchester to Birmingham
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How far is it from Manchester to Birmingham?
It’s about 106 km (66 mi) from Manchester to Birmingham. -
How do I get from Manchester to Birmingham?
You can travel from Manchester to Birmingham in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses. -
What’s the fastest way to get from Manchester to Birmingham?
The fastest way to get from Manchester to Birmingham is by Flights, with an average journey time of 1 hour 53 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 1h 55m.Buses takes on average 2h 32m. -
What’s the cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Birmingham?
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Birmingham is by Buses, with an average price of €8. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around €12 on avergae.Flights costs around €63 on average. -
What are the main departure and arrival points between Manchester and Birmingham?
When traveling from Manchester to Birmingham, travelers usually depart from and arrive to the following locations: Flights typically departs from Manchester Airport and arrives at Birmingham Airport , Trains typically departs from Manchester Piccadilly and arrives at Birmingham New Street , Buses typically departs from Manchester Central Coach Station and arrives at Birmingham Bull Street . -
When should you book tickets from Manchester to Birmingham to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Manchester to Birmingham are usually cheapest (Tuesday), with an average price of €12 Flights from Manchester to Birmingham are usually cheapest (Wednesday), with an average price of €8 . -
Are Manchester and Birmingham in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Manchester and Birmingham.