What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Trafford?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Trafford is to bus via Birmingham - Jennens Road which costs £11 - £18 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Trafford?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Trafford is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Trafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Westinghouse Road via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Parkway via St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Trafford?

The distance between Birmingham and Trafford is 86 miles. The road distance is 82.4 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Trafford without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Trafford without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Trafford?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Birmingham to Trafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Trafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Trafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham to Trafford?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Trafford is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Birmingham to Trafford bus arrive?

Birmingham to Trafford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Trafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Trafford is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Birmingham to Trafford.

Where can I stay near Trafford?

There are 3773+ hotels available in Trafford.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Trafford 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 9m
£34–63
Bus via Birmingham - Jennens Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk076 / ...
3h 6m
£11–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2h 51m
£20–44
Drive 81.9 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Traffordcar 81.9 mi
1h 31m
£21–29

Birmingham to Trafford by train, foot, and tram

210Weekly Services

2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85.5 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 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 Manchester Central Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £17–45 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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