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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Birmingham is to rideshare which costs £5 - £14 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £29 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Newhall Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester 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 to Birmingham?

The distance between Manchester and Birmingham is 82 miles. The road distance is 83.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £29 - £65.

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

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Manchester to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £29 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £40 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Manchester to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Birmingham?

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

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

Book your Manchester to Birmingham train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3329+ hotels available in Birmingham.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Birmingham?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 31m
£29–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Birminghamrideshare 82.6 mi
1h 55m
£5–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
1h 55m
£9–40
Train via Stoke-on-Trent
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Kidsgrovetrain Manchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent / ...
2. Take the train from Kidsgrove to Birmingham New Streettrain Crewe - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 43m
£30–67
Drive 83.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Birminghamcar 83.5 mi
1h 39m
£21–30

Manchester to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 81.4 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £45–65 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 £9–16 and the journey takes 1h 55m. National Express also services this route every 30 minutes.

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