What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Greater Manchester is to bus via Victoria Rail Station which costs £12 - £19 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Greater Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Raby Street. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Birmingham to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Birmingham and Greater Manchester is 85 miles. The road distance is 84.1 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Birmingham to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Greater Manchester bus from?

Birmingham to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Greater Manchester train from?

Birmingham to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 2h and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £40 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Birmingham to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Birmingham to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Raby Street station.

Where does the Birmingham to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Birmingham to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Greater Manchester is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Birmingham to Greater Manchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Greater Manchester?

Book your Birmingham to Greater Manchester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3655+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Birmingham to Greater Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Greater Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h
£35–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Raby Streetbus 121 / ...
2h 10m
£10–40
Drive 83.6 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Greater Manchestercar 83.6 mi
1h 30m
£21–30
Bus via Victoria Rail Station
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2h 29m
£12–19

Birmingham to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 84.3 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Greater Manchester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Raby Street hourly. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 2h 10m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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