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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 1 trains that leave Solihull station (SOL) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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 Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 122 km
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Live departures
Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Monday 23 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:26 Solihull station (SOL) | 2h47 | 10:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:26, the last at 08:26. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 08:26 |
Last train 08:26 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsCrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Solihull station (SOL) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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: Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solihull station (SOL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Solihull station (SOL) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:35 - 00:00 Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 09:10 - 23:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Between platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Between Platforms 1 & 2.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk
- 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
Most popular train connections from Solihull station (SOL)
Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Solihull station (SOL)
Most popular train connections to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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