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Trip Overview

The average train between Poynton and Birmingham takes 1h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Poynton to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 36m
Duration
70 mi
Distance
£38
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Birmingham New Streettrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 46m
£23–49

Poynton to Birmingham train times

Trains run hourly between Poynton and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poynton is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 10:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 47m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 30m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 59m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 37m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 26m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 37m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 26m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 26m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 59m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 37m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 26m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 26m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Poynton to Birmingham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 70.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between Poynton, England and Birmingham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Macclesfield to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £28–45 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 5 times a week.

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