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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Victoria (MCV) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Tue, Dec 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Live departures
Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:40 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h53 | 10:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:40 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h53 | 12:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:40 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h53 | 1:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 17:03. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 17:03 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Victoria (MCV) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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