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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Birmingham NEC is to bus via Newhall Street which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 14m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Birmingham NEC station. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Birmingham International Station via Church Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Birmingham NEC?

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

How far is it from Manchester to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Manchester and Birmingham NEC is 90 miles. The road distance is 94.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £30 - £70.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Manchester to Birmingham NEC is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus via Newhall Street, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Manchester to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Birmingham NEC?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Birmingham NEC?

There are 3673+ hotels available in Birmingham NEC.

Manchester to Birmingham NEC - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 55m
£30–70
Bus via Newhall Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Church Centre to Birmingham International Stationbus 97A
3h 14m
£13–19
Drive 93.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Birmingham NECcar 93.7 mi
1h 45m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Ingenuity Housebus 97A / ...
3h 22m
£20–42

Manchester to Birmingham NEC by train and foot

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Distance: 89.9 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham NEC via Newhall Street, Church Centre, and Birmingham International Station in around 3h 14m.

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