The average train between Birmingham and Stretford takes 2h 2m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is an hourly train service from Birmingham to Stretford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Stretford. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Stretford at 12:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Stretford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Stretford station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.
Birmingham to Stretford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Stretford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Birmingham to Stretford train tickets online with Cross Country and Metrolink.
The distance between Birmingham and Stretford is 111.3 km. The road distance is 137 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week.