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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Victoria to Birmingham is to rideshare which costs £5 - £14 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester Victoria to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Victoria and Birmingham?

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

Is there a direct train between Manchester Victoria and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Manchester Victoria to Birmingham?

The distance between Manchester Victoria and Birmingham is 83 miles. The road distance is 83.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester Victoria to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £28 - £65.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street takes 1h 31m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Manchester Victoria to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

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

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

Train or bus from Manchester Victoria to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Manchester Victoria to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 2h.

Where does the Manchester Victoria to Birmingham bus arrive?

Manchester Victoria to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Manchester Victoria to Birmingham train arrive?

Manchester Victoria to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester Victoria to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Victoria to Birmingham is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Manchester Victoria to Birmingham.

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

Book your Manchester Victoria to Birmingham train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Can I share a ride from Manchester Victoria to Birmingham?

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

Manchester Victoria to Birmingham - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester Victoria to Birmingham by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 50m
£28–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Birminghamrideshare 82.6 mi
2h 8m
£5–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
2h
£10–17
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2h 43m
£16–40
Drive 83 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Victoria to Birminghamcar 83 mi
1h 39m
£21–30

Manchester Victoria to Birmingham by foot and train

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Distance: 82.4 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Street hourly. Tickets cost £10–17 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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