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

The cheapest way to get from Trafford to Birmingham is to bus via Victoria which costs £11 - £20 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trafford to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Trafford and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Trafford to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Westinghouse Road and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Trafford and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Trafford to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Parkway and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Trafford to Birmingham?

The distance between Trafford and Birmingham is 86 miles. The road distance is 81.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Trafford to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Trafford to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Trafford to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trafford to Birmingham bus from?

Trafford to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Trafford to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Trafford to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Trafford to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Trafford to Birmingham bus arrive?

Trafford to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Trafford to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trafford to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Trafford to Birmingham is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Trafford to Birmingham.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 27m
£30–58
Bus via Victoria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk076 / ...
4h 3m
£11–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3h 28m
£18–42
Drive 80.8 mi
1. Drive from Trafford to Birminghamcar 80.8 mi
1h 33m
£21–29

Trafford to Birmingham by tram, foot, and train

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2h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85.5 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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