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Train Manchester to Birmingham: Trip Overview
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Based on 29 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the power outlets. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at US$20.00
Based on 30 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the timeliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at US$61.00
Manchester to Birmingham Trains
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Information on this train trip
| Daily Trains | 9 |
| Earliest and Latest Train Departures | 07:03 - 22:04 |
| Minimum Price | US$27 |
| Average Ticket Price | US$60 |
| Minimum Trip Duration | 1h29m |
| Average Train Trip Duration | 1h31m |
| Distance | 71 miles |
| Train Companies on This Route | CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast |
Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - Birmingham
The average train ticket price from Manchester to Birmingham is US$60. 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!
A train trip between Manchester and Birmingham is around 1h 31m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 29m. This is the time it takes to travel the 71 miles that separates the two cities.
The number of trains from Manchester to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. 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.
When taking the train from Manchester to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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 US$61 to US$71 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 US$61, which is on 2024-04-25.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Manchester and Birmingham is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Birmingham.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Birmingham, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Manchester and Birmingham, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Manchester to Birmingham while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
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