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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham International to Manchester is to bus via Newhall Street which costs £12 - £20 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham International to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham International and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham International station to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Birmingham International Station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham International and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham International and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Birmingham International to Manchester?

The distance between Birmingham International and Manchester is 90 miles. The road distance is 93.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham International to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £35 - £70.

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

The train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly takes 1h 48m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Birmingham International to Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Birmingham International Station.

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

Birmingham International to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham International station.

Train or bus from Birmingham International to Manchester?

The best way to get from Birmingham International to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Birmingham International to Manchester bus arrive?

Birmingham International to Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham International to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham International to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham International to Manchester is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Birmingham International to Manchester.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 48m
£35–70
Bus via Newhall Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham International Station to Church Centrebus 97A
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
3h 33m
£12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham International Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 97A / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3h 33m
£19–42
Drive 93.3 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham International to Manchestercar 93.3 mi
1h 45m
£23–33

Birmingham International to Manchester by train

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Distance: 89.5 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Birmingham International, 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 International Station to Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 3h 33m.

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