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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport 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 International Airport to Manchester will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 4 trains that leave Birmingham International Airport for Manchester every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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.
7:411h48Birmingham International Airport9:29Manchester£101One-way0 changes- 8:411h48Birmingham International Airport10:29Manchester£111One-way0 changes
- 10:411h48Birmingham International Airport12:29Manchester£171One-way0 changes
- 9:411h48Birmingham International Airport11:29Manchester£291One-way0 changes
- 10:411h48Birmingham International Airport12:29Manchester£171One-way0 changes
- 8:411h48Birmingham International Airport10:29Manchester£111One-way0 changes
- 9:411h48Birmingham International Airport11:29Manchester£291One-way0 changes
- 7:411h48Birmingham International Airport9:29Manchester£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham International Airport to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 119 km
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2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Manchester trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G66716+ P69505 | Delayed 7:30 8:03Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h56 | 9:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
P69505 · C17903+ L89084 | On time 8:03 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h37 | 10:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
 G38585+C17903+L89084 | On time 8:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h32 | 10:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester
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Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 7:04 |
Last train 21:41 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Cross Country, Transport for Wales from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Cross Country, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Manchester from £5. 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 train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham International Airport and Manchester
Most Birmingham International Airport to Manchester trains use the Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Birmingham International Airport and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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