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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Manchester is to bus which costs £19 - £50 and takes 3h 19m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham NEC and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham NEC 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 19m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham NEC 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 NEC to Manchester?

The distance between Birmingham NEC and Manchester is 90 miles. The road distance is 93.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £35 - £70.

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

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

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

Birmingham NEC to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express Coventry, depart from Birmingham International Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Birmingham NEC to Manchester?

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Manchester bus arrive?

Birmingham NEC to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express Coventry, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham NEC to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham NEC to Manchester is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Birmingham NEC to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham NEC to Manchester?

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Birmingham NEC to Manchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham NEC 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 55m
£35–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham International Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3h 19m
£19–47
Drive 92.8 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham NEC to Manchestercar 92.8 mi
1h 45m
£23–33

Birmingham NEC to Manchester by foot and train

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Distance: 89.9 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Birmingham NEC, 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 vehicle from Birmingham NEC to Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham International Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 3h 19m.

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