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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 22 Aug
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Buses per day
39
Distance
113 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Manchester will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Fast coaches
Of the 39 buses that leave Birmingham for Manchester every day 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 113 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
NX54121:402h10Birmingham, Coach Station23:50Manchester, Coach Station£101One-way0 changes
FlixBus14:552h15Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway17:10Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£121One-way0 changes- NX54120:302h00Birmingham, Coach Station22:30Manchester, Coach Station£121One-way0 changes
- NX18123:002h15Birmingham, Coach Station1:15Manchester, Coach Station£121One-way0 changes
- NX12019:002h10Birmingham, Coach Station21:10Manchester, Coach Station£121One-way0 changes
- NX54122:401h45Birmingham, Coach Station0:25Manchester, Coach Station£131One-way0 changes
- FlixBus0:051h55Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£241One-way0 changes
- NX54120:302h00Birmingham, Coach Station22:30Manchester, Coach Station£121One-way0 changes
- NX54123:402h00Birmingham, Coach Station1:40Manchester, Coach Station£161One-way0 changes
- NX4215:352h00Birmingham, Coach Station7:35Manchester, Coach Station£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 113 km
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2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Manchester coaches for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX541 | 20:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h00 | 22:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX120 | 21:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 23:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 21:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 23:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 22:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h45 | 0:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX181 | 23:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 1:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 23:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h00 | 1:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 August | |||||
| FlixBus | 0:05 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1h55 | 2:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 Birmingham | 2h50 | 6:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 Birmingham | 2h30 | 5:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX424 | 3:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h40 | 6:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX422 | 3:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h35 | 6:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX421 | 5:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h00 | 7:35 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX121 | 7:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 9:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 Birmingham | 2h30 | 10:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX120 | 9:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 11:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX121 | 10:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 12:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 Birmingham | 2h30 | 13:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX120 | 11:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h20 | 14:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:00 Birmingham | 2h10 | 14:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 Birmingham | 3h20 | 15:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX590 | 12:50 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 15:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:10 Birmingham | 2h10 | 15:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h20 | 16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 13:50 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 16:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:10 Birmingham | 2h30 | 16:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX121 | 14:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h25 | 16:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 14:50 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h25 | 17:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:55 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h15 | 17:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 15:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h25 | 18:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:10 Birmingham | 2h30 | 18:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 17:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 19:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX120 | 17:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h20 | 20:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 18:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h20 | 20:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:40 Birmingham | 2h20 | 21:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX120 | 19:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 21:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 19:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 21:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:30 Birmingham | 2h30 | 22:00 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:30 Birmingham | 2h50 | 22:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
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National Express as well as Megabus or FlixBus offer coaches services from Birmingham to Manchester.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Birmingham to Manchester run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 27 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 113 km distance in 2h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 113 km |
Average bus duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 27 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Birmingham to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Manchester with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£7
FlixBus frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£10
National Express frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£14
Megabus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Complete guide to Manchester
Things to do in Manchester
Discover the best of Manchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manchester trip today.
- Must visit
Manchester Museum
Large university museum with natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, plus changing exhibitions in a prominent Oxford Road building.
- Must visit
Manchester Art Gallery
Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
- Must visit
Castlefield
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
- Recommended
Albert Square
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
- Recommended
Oldham Street
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
Rag Pudding
A flaky shortcrust pie filled with spiced minced beef, potato and onion. It is closely associated with Oldham and Greater Manchester chip shops.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
- Gluten-free
Manchester Tripe
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
mana
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
The Winston Churchill
Historic Victorian dining room known for oysters, seafood and classic British dishes. Traditional atmosphere with one of Manchester’s best-known interiors.
The Black Friar
Casual northern favourite serving Bury black pudding, pies and hearty breakfasts. Good for trying regional staples in a relaxed market setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
Bee Network
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.40
- Day pass
- £7.10
To the city centre
Manchester Airport Train Station -> Manchester Piccadilly
- Distance
- 14 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Contactless Tap and Go works on Bee Network trams and buses. Remember to tap in and tap out on trams, and tap in on buses.
- Train tickets to MANCHESTER CTLZ are valid on Metrolink in Zone 1, which can help if you are connecting into the city centre.
Buses from Birmingham to Manchester
National Express provides frequent, direct and daily buses from Birmingham to Manchester. Their schedule begins with overnight services leaving around 2:00 a.m, with departures roughly every two hours in the morning and evening and hourly in the afternoon. The final connection from Birmingham leaves around 10:30 p.m. Journey times range from just over 2 hours for overnight buses to more than 3 hours for some daytime connections. Buses from Birmingham to Manchester depart from the city's main coach station, east of the city centre, arriving at the central Manchester Coach Station.
FAQs: Birmingham to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Manchester by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Manchester can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Manchester is £10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Birmingham to Manchester is 2h 0m to travel the 113 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Birmingham to Manchester leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Manchester leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 27 direct coaches a day from Birmingham to Manchester with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Manchester, you can count on National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Birmingham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport), Birmingham, Brunel Street, Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Birmingham, Birmingham, Hagley Road West, Walsall, Hatherton Road . When arriving in Manchester , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Manchester from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Manchester is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Manchester including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Manchester:
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Manchester for coach company National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Manchester depends on the coach companies:
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Manchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Manchester:
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Manchester:
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Birmingham to Manchester. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Manchester
Most Birmingham to Manchester buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Birmingham
Arrival bus stations in Manchester
Which Birmingham station do buses to Manchester leave from?
Buses from Birmingham to Manchester leave from Birmingham, Coach Station. The station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre at Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus4, 97, 6, X2, 3, 97A, 2, 4A, 5, X1 · 4m · £2 · every ~191 min
X2, 4A, X1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5 · 13m · £2 · every ~149 min
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street QueenswayGreat Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Bus822, X8, 12, 24, 126, 13, 23, X10, 829, 9 · 2m · £2 · every ~153 min
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)Comet Rd, Birmingham B26, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRugeley Trent Valley - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Coventry, Birmingham New Street - Northampton, Walsall - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Milton Keynes Central, Birmingham New Street - Rugby, Liverpool Lime Street - Coventry, Wolverhampton - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham International · 14m · £4 · every ~8 min
BusUk920, Uk025 · 25m · £0.90
X1 · 27m · £4 · every ~5 min
X1 · 29m · £4 · every ~5 min
X12 · 1h 10m · £4 · every ~8 min
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurants available in the airport terminal.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available. ATMs are aTMs available inside the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Facilities accessible for disabled persons.
Which Manchester station do buses from Birmingham arrive at?
Buses from Birmingham to Manchester most often arrive at Manchester, Coach Station. Some services arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.
Manchester, Coach StationChorlton St, Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 33, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 1m · £2 · every ~231 min
Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeShudehill Interchange, Manchester M4 2AF, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Bus163, 118, 119, 18, 112, 114, 117, 81 · 3m · £2 · every ~69 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 2m · £2 · every ~23 min
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Manchester, AirportManchester Airport, Manchester M90 3RR, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
Manchester, Airport bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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