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

The average train ticket price from Manchester to Birmingham is £31. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Birmingham 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 Manchester to Birmingham?

A train trip between Manchester and Birmingham is around 1h 31m, 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 Manchester and Birmingham?

The number of trains from Manchester to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Manchester to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Manchester to Birmingham?

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

Train Manchester to Birmingham from £14

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Birmingham on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	16:56	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	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

Next departures from Manchester to Birmingham on 24 November
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 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:25	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 31m	16:56	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 26 November
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 27 November
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 28 November
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 29 November
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

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

71 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £59	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£11 - £163	Average duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £17	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 Manchester to Birmingham by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Birmingham cost?
The average train ticket price from Manchester to Birmingham is £31. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Birmingham 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 Manchester to Birmingham?
A train trip between Manchester and Birmingham is around 1h 31m, 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 Manchester and Birmingham?
The number of trains from Manchester to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Manchester to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Manchester to Birmingham?
When taking the train from Manchester to Birmingham, 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

20/11

£54

21/11

£27

Today

£36

23/11

£36

24/11

£29

25/11

£29

26/11

£27

27/11

£29

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Birmingham was searched and found on 21 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 Manchester to Birmingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £27 to £151 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 £27, which is on 2025-11-26.