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It takes an average of 2h 18m to travel from Manchester to Birmingham Moor Street by train, over a distance of around 71 miles (114 km). There are normally 29 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Birmingham Moor Street and tickets for this journey start from £20.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:49 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:30 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham Moor Street | |
| Journey time | From 1h 57m | |
| Distance | 71 miles (114 km) | |
| Frequency | 29 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £20.40 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
How to travel from Manchester to Birmingham Moor Street by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Manchester to Birmingham Moor Street? Look no further.
You'll usually find 29 trains per day running between Manchester and Birmingham Moor Street, which usually take 2 hours 18 minutes to complete the 71 miles (114 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 57 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Birmingham Moor Street by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Manchester to Birmingham Moor Street start from £20.40 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Birmingham Moor Street? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Manchester to Birmingham Moor Street?
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Birmingham Moor Street?
The price of train tickets from Manchester to Birmingham Moor Street starts at £20.40 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.