What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena is to rideshare which costs £5 - £16 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham New Street Station and Manchester Arena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newhall Street and arriving at Shudehill Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham New Street Station and Manchester Arena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena?

The distance between Birmingham New Street Station and Manchester Arena is 83 miles. The road distance is 84.9 miles.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena bus from?

Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena?

The best way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena is to train via Victoria which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 2h 13m.

Can I drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena?

Book your Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena?

Book your Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manchester Arena?

There are 3655+ hotels available in Manchester Arena.

Can I share a ride from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena?

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

Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena

Q: How long does it take to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena, including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train via Victoria
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 51m
£34–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Birmingham to Manchesterrideshare 83.4 mi
2h 18m
£5–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2h 13m
£9–16
Drive 84.4 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arenacar 84.4 mi
1h 38m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 54m
£30–65
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2h 44m
£17–45

Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester Arena by foot, train, and tram

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1h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 82.5 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Birmingham New Street Station, England and Manchester Arena, 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, FlixBus operates a bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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