Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£97

Average price

£97

Fastest journey

2 h 7 m

Average duration

2 h 8 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

116 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.

Fast trains

To travel from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.

Northern Rail
06:472h09
Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
08:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£971One-way
1 change
Northern Rail
07:472h09
Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
09:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£971One-way
1 change
Northern Rail
08:482h08
Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
10:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£971One-way
1 change
Northern Rail
09:472h09
Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
11:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£971One-way
1 change
Northern Rail
10:472h09
Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
12:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£971One-way
1 change

Live departures

Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 10:56
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
northern_rail06:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
2h09
08:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
northern_rail07:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
2h09
09:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
northern_rail08:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
2h08
10:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
northern_rail09:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
2h09
11:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
northern_rail10:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
2h09
12:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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Trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 if you book in advance.
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
116 km
Average train duration
1h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£97
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 7m
First train
06:47
Last train
23:49
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

Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £97. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 9m
Cheapest Price
£22
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
£97
Northern Rail (3) frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
FAQs
Booking trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is 116 km.
To get from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £97, while the average price tends to be around £97.
The train journey from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) covers a distance of 116 km and takes approximately 2h 7m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is by train, costing approximately £97.
The first train from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 6:47.
The last train from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) departs at 23:49.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
There is no night train service from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).

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