What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester is to bus via Shudehill Interchange which costs £4 - £15 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £12 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham New Street Station and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham New Street Station 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 New Street Station to Manchester?

The distance between Birmingham New Street Station and Manchester is 82 miles. The road distance is 84.9 miles.

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

Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester?

The best way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £12 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £27 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester bus arrive?

Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

What is the time difference between Birmingham New Street Station and Manchester?

Manchester is 1h behind Birmingham New Street Station. It is currently 4:11 AM in Birmingham New Street Station and 3:11 AM in Manchester.

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3482+ hotels available in Manchester.

Can I share a ride from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester?

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

Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham New Street Station 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
£12–55
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill InterchangeUk076 / ...
2h 41m
£4–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
2h 29m
£7–27
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Birmingham to Manchester82.9 mi
2h 3m
£5–16
Drive 84.4 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Manchester84.4 mi
1h 38m
£21–30

Birmingham New Street Station 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 New Street Station, England and Manchester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £12–55 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £7–27 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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