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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
2 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
2 h 34 m
Trains on 12 Sept
2
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 2 trains from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 49 m 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.
7:412h19Birmingham International Airport10:00Manchester Airport£221One-way0 changes
8:032h49Birmingham International Airport10:52Manchester Airport£281One-way0 changes
- 7:412h19Birmingham International Airport10:00Manchester Airport£221One-way0 changes
- 8:032h49Birmingham International Airport10:52Manchester Airport£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 108 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 17m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 1h 55m versus 1h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:41 Birmingham International Airport | 2h19 | 10:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:03 Birmingham International Airport | 2h49 | 10:52 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:31, the last at 09:46. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 7:31 |
Last train 9:46 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Transport for Wales from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Manchester Airport from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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