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Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with CrossCountry

Thu, 24 Apr
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for 24 Apr

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

1 h 28 m

Average duration

1 h 28 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

113 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Avanti West CoastC50096+Transport for WalesW18191
08:072h06
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
10:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£251One-way
1 change
CrossCountryP11672
10:301h29
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
11:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£301One-way
0 changes
CrossCountryP11674
11:011h28
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
12:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£301One-way
0 changes
CrossCountryP11664
08:301h29
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
09:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£301One-way
0 changes
CrossCountryP11670
10:011h28
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
11:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£301One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 24 April
Last updated at 11:36
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
cross_countryP11662
On time
07:01 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h28
08:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coastC50096 · C49376
On time
07:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h37
08:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
avanti_west_coastC50096+transport_for_walesW18191
On time
07:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2h06
09:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
cross_countryP11664
On time
07:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h29
08:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryP11666
On time
08:01 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h28
09:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coastC50088 · C49378
On time
08:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h37
09:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
cross_countryP11668
On time
08:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h29
09:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryP11670
On time
09:01 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h28
10:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coastC50099 · C49381
On time
09:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h37
10:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change
cross_countryP11672
On time
09:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h29
10:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
cross_countryP11674
On time
10:01 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h28
11:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coastC44655 · C49383
On time
10:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h37
11:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £7 by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance
113 km
Average train duration
1h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
4
Train providers
4
Fastest train
1h 27m
First train
07:26
Last train
23:22
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7

Train providers: CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and West Midlands Trains trains Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Travel to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £17 with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and West Midlands Trains! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train information with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 27 min
  • Cheapest Price: £17
  • CrossCountry frequency: 13 a day

FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Birmingham
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your trip from Birmingham to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • All Bar One
  • Leon
  • Caffè Nero
  • Five Guys
  • Krispy Kreme
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Wasabi
  • Starbucks
  • Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
  • Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
  • Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
  • Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
  • Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
  • Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
  • Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

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