- Distance: 89.9 mi
- Duration: 1h 48m
The average train between Manchester and Birmingham NEC takes 1h 48m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Birmingham NEC. 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 Manchester and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 10:11 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at Birmingham International station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.
Manchester to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham International station.
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The distance between Manchester and Birmingham NEC is 119.4 km. The road distance is 151 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily.
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