The average train between Trafford and Birmingham takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is an hourly train service from Trafford 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.
Trains run hourly between Trafford and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Trafford is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at St Peter's Square and take an average of 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Trafford to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Trafford station and arriving at Birmingham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Trafford to Birmingham train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Trafford to Birmingham train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
The distance between Trafford and Birmingham is 113.6 km. The road distance is 138 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £45–65 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily.