What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester is to bus via Newhall Street which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Birmingham International Airport and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Birmingham International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester?

The distance between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Manchester is 90 miles. The road distance is 94.2 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester bus from?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester train from?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham International station.

Train or bus from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester?

The best way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester bus arrive?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester train arrive?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3655+ hotels available in Manchester.

Can I share a ride from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Manchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 38m
£35–70
Bus via Newhall Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Church Centrebus 97A
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
3h 53m
£11–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 97A / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3h 25m
£19–50
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Birmingham-BHX to Manchesterrideshare 93.6 mi
1h 46m
Drive 93.6 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchestercar 93.6 mi
1h 46m
£23–33

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Distance: 89.8 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Birmingham Airport (BHX), England and Manchester, England?

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 3h 25m.

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