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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Birmingham Nec to Manchester

Composite routes from Birmingham Nec to Manchester

Cheapest
1 h 41 min
Car
153 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from Birmingham Airport to Manchester
Estimated price:
$67.04

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham International to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$48.10–$151.89

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Birmingham to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham International to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Birmingham International to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$44.30–$69.62

Bus operators

National Express Coventry

Phone:
0121 254 7272
Email:
Website:
nxbus.co.uk/
Bus from Trinity Park to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Manchester is to drive which costs $29.35 - $43.48 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $29.35 - $43.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham NEC and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham NEC to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Trinity Park and arriving at Manchester Coach Stn, Chorlton St via Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham NEC and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham International and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Birmingham NEC to Manchester?

The distance between Birmingham NEC and Manchester is 145 km. The road distance is 154.1 km.

How do I travel from Birmingham NEC to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $38.04 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Birmingham NEC to Manchester?

The train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly takes 1h 48m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham NEC to Manchester bus from?

Birmingham NEC to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express Coventry, depart from Trinity Park station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham NEC to Manchester train from?

Birmingham NEC to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham International station.

Train or bus from Birmingham NEC to Manchester?

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $38.04 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Manchester bus arrive?

Birmingham NEC to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express Coventry, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Manchester train arrive?

Birmingham NEC to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Birmingham NEC to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham NEC to Manchester is 154 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Birmingham NEC to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham NEC to Manchester?

Book your Birmingham NEC to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3206+ hotels available in Manchester. Prices start at $47.83 per night.
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