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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham Central Library to Manchester is to bus which costs £5 - £13 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham Central Library to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £8 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham Central Library and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stop and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham Central Library and Manchester?

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 Central Library to Manchester?

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

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

The best way to get from Birmingham Central Library to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £8 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham Central Library to Manchester?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham Central Library to Manchester bus from?

Birmingham Central Library to Manchester bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham Central Library to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham Central Library to Manchester?

The best way to get from Birmingham Central Library to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £8 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stop, which costs £11 - £16 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Birmingham Central Library to Manchester bus arrive?

Birmingham Central Library to Manchester bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Birmingham Central Library to Manchester train arrive?

Birmingham Central Library to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Birmingham Central Library to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham Central Library to Manchester is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Birmingham Central Library to Manchester.

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

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

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Can I share a ride from Birmingham Central Library to Manchester?

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

Birmingham Central Library to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Birmingham Central Library to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 33m
£8–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Birmingham to Manchester82.9 mi
2h 2m
£5–16
Bus via Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stop to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangemegabus M11
1h 55m
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill InterchangeUk076 / ...
2h 32m
£5–13
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
2h 36m
£7–23
Drive 83.4 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham Central Library to Manchester83.4 mi
1h 37m
£21–30

Birmingham Central Library to Manchester by foot and train

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1h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.7 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £14–55 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stop to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange twice daily. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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