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Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) train

Sun, 16 Mar
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

Showing times and prices for 16 Mar

Cheapest price

£15

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

1 h 46 m

Average duration

1 h 52 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

119 km

Cheap tickets

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

CrossCountry
10:261h46
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:12Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
£151One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
08:261h46
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
10:12Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
£191One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
17:251h47
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
19:12Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
£251One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
07:261h46
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
09:12Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
£261One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Trains
12:312h13
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
14:44Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
£351One-way
0 changes

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 March
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
CrossCountryCrossCountry07:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1h46 09:12 Birmingham International Airport (BHX)0 changesDirect
CrossCountryCrossCountry09:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2h52 12:12 Birmingham International Airport (BHX)0 changesDirect
CrossCountryCrossCountry17:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1h47 19:12 Birmingham International Airport (BHX)0 changesDirect
CrossCountryCrossCountry08:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1h46 10:12 Birmingham International Airport (BHX)0 changesDirect
CrossCountryCrossCountry10:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1h46 12:12 Birmingham International Airport (BHX)0 changesDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £9 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 £9
Distance
118 km
Average train duration
1h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
4
Train providers
4
Fastest train
1h 46m
First train
05:11
Last train
22:03
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 £9

Train providers: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains and Virgin Trains trains Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

Buy your official CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains and Virgin Trains train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) from £23 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) from 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.

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) train information with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 46 min
  • Cheapest Price: £23

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is £33; 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 train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is 1 h 46 min   to travel the 73 mile long journey, with around there are 9 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) leaves at 06: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) leaves at 19: 25.
Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) with CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) train with CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 25.
A day trip to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 46 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) by train is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) including taking a train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

Manchester
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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