The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 113 km
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h07 | 09:37 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 07:27 |
Last train 16:30 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), Cross Country, Transport for Wales from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), Cross Country, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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West Midlands Trains
Avanti West Coast
Northern Rail (3)
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Transport for Wales
FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) 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 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.
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