The average train between Birmingham NEC and Manchester takes 1h 51m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham NEC to Manchester. 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 NEC and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 7:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham NEC is at 9:41 PM which arrives into Manchester at 11:30 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham NEC station and arriving at Manchester station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.
Birmingham NEC to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham International station.
Birmingham NEC to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Birmingham NEC to Manchester train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Birmingham NEC and Manchester is 119.4 km. The road distance is 145 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week.