How much does a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Manchester cost?

The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Manchester is £32. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Birmingham to Manchester?

A train trip between Birmingham and Manchester is around 1h 29m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 71 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Birmingham and Manchester?

The number of trains from Birmingham to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Birmingham to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Manchester?

When taking the train from Birmingham to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.

Train Birmingham to Manchester from £10

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Manchester on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:30	Birmingham New Street	1h 29m	16:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Manchester on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	08:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	09:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Manchester on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:07	Birmingham New Street	1h 37m	08:44	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Manchester on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 29m	12:30	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	15:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	16:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	09:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 36m	10:37	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	09:07	Birmingham New Street	1h 49m	10:56	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	09:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 36m	10:37	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Manchester on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:30	Birmingham New Street	1h 29m	16:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Manchester on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	08:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	09:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Manchester on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:30	Birmingham New Street	1h 29m	16:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:01	Birmingham New Street	1h 28m	08:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:26	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	08:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

71 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £56	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£11 - £164	Average duration1h 29m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £19	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Manchester by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Manchester cost?
The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Manchester is £32. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Birmingham to Manchester?
A train trip between Birmingham and Manchester is around 1h 29m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 71 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Birmingham and Manchester?
The number of trains from Birmingham to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Birmingham to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Manchester?
When taking the train from Birmingham to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

17/11

£43

18/11

£37

Today

£37

20/11

£30

21/11

£30

22/11

£30

23/11

£37

24/11

£27

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Manchester was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £27 to £153 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £27, which is on 2025-11-24.

Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.