Manchester to Birmingham
1 suggested route to go from Manchester to Birmingham by train, car, bus
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Trip Manchester Birmingham
Modes of transport | carpooling, bus, train |
Distance | 70 mi |
Direct line | Yes |
How to get from Manchester to Birmingham?
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- Locate cities of Manchester and Birmingham on a map as well as the route Manchester Birmingham and the different connecting points (Birmingham International Railway Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Birmingham Airport Coach Station, Birmingham New Street Railway Station, Perry Barr Coach Station, ...) by clicking on the 'Details & Map' button.
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Which carriers to travel between Manchester and Birmingham?










All modes of transport Manchester-Birmingham
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Manchester to Birmingham bus
This coach route is operated without any change between Manchester to Birmingham
Going by bus from Manchester to Birmingham may not be so obvious to you. To encourage you to take the bus to Birmingham, here are some arguments that will convince you.
- With very cheap prices, it is almost impossible for train or carpooling companies operating between Manchester and Birmingham to offer cheaper fares.
- A Wi-Fi connection is available to travellers in most coaches, which is an important asset for a 70 mi trip.
- You are driven to Birmingham by professional and experienced drivers which inspires confidence and security!
Bus stops in Manchester
You will have to arrive at your Manchester stop between 15 minutes and 30 minutes, depending on the bus company, before the departure time indicated on your ticket. The name of the destination 'Birmingham' is always mentioned on the front of the bus. Finally, have your ticket checked by the driver of MegaBus or National Express and get on board after having your luggage in the hold.
Bus stops at arrival in Birmingham
In Birmingham, make sure you leave nothing in your seat or in the trunk of the coach.
Coach companies on the Manchester Birmingham trip
National Express and MegaBus are the coach companies operating the bus line Manchester Birmingham with direct service.


Carpool from Manchester to Birmingham
The practice of carsharing has greatly expanded in the recent years, so you may have a chance to find a Manchester-Birmingham ride. This helps reduce travel costs for both the driver and the passenger, and also reduces the impact on the environment.
Before you book your Manchester-Birmingham ride, you have the possibility to get in touch with the driver to set all the details and conditions of the journey. To avoid any money chats with the drivers, you pay your ride online.
Train Manchester to Birmingham
Is Manchester connected to Birmingham with a direct train?
Yes, it is possible to go from Manchester to Birmingham by train without making any changes. The schedule may vary along the week, and direct trains may only operate on certain days. To check prices and availabilities, launch now a search for a Manchester-Birmingham train ticket on Vivanoda.
Intercity Train Manchester Birmingham
Intercity trains serve the most important cities along the Manchester-Birmingham route with an improved travel duration compared to regional trains.
Manchester Birmingham train companies
There is only one rail company for this journey: CrossCountry.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Railway stations in Birmingham
- Manchester London
- Manchester Bristol
- Manchester Leeds
- Manchester Edinburgh
- Manchester Liverpool
- Manchester Glasgow
- Manchester Nottingham
- Manchester Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Manchester Southampton
- Manchester Exeter
- Manchester Portsmouth
- Manchester Cardiff
- Manchester Cambridge
- Manchester Plymouth
- Manchester Bournemouth
- Manchester Belfast
- Manchester Doncaster
- Manchester Aberdeen
- Manchester Penzance
- Manchester Norwich
- Manchester Dover
- Manchester Newquay
- Manchester Inverness
- Manchester Jersey
- Manchester Southend On Sea
- Manchester Guernsey
- Manchester Douglas
- Birmingham London
- Birmingham Manchester
- Birmingham Bristol
- Birmingham Leeds
- Birmingham Edinburgh
- Birmingham Liverpool
- Birmingham Glasgow
- Birmingham Nottingham
- Birmingham Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Birmingham Southampton
- Birmingham Exeter
- Birmingham Portsmouth
- Birmingham Cardiff
- Birmingham Cambridge
- Birmingham Plymouth
- Birmingham Bournemouth
- Birmingham Belfast
- Birmingham Doncaster
- Birmingham Aberdeen
- Birmingham Penzance
- Birmingham Norwich
- Birmingham Dover
- Birmingham Newquay
- Birmingham Inverness
- Birmingham Jersey
- Birmingham Southend On Sea
- Birmingham Guernsey
- Birmingham Douglas