Trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International from £8.40*

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International from £8.40*

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Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £8.40, with average prices for this route around £13.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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05:11
Manchester Piccadilly
07:12
Birmingham International
2h 1m, DirectCrossCountry
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06:03
Manchester Piccadilly
07:56
Birmingham International
1h 53m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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06:24
Manchester Piccadilly
08:26
Birmingham International
2h 2m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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06:30
Manchester Piccadilly
08:45
Birmingham International
2h 15m, No directAvanti West CoastCrossCountryWest Midlands Trains
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07:03
Manchester Piccadilly
08:56
Birmingham International
1h 53m, No directCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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07:25
Manchester Piccadilly
09:12
Paris
1h 47m, DirectCrossCountry
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Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International train route details

The Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International train ticket is £8.40. The average travel time is 1h 47m, covering a distance of approximately 74 miles. There are usually 49 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,CrossCountry,Northern. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
05:11
Last train
Last train
23:36
Departure station
Departure station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 47m
Distance
Distance
74 miles
Price
Price
£8.40*

Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International train travel guide

Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International train travel guide

Arriving in Birmingham International

Trains running from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International will typically take around at least 1h 47m and there are approximately 49 trains running everyday.

Book the cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Travelling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak time usually starts at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, off-peak time typically begins at 09:00.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How to make your journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

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