The Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly train is a major United Kingdom rail service covering approximately 138 km with a journey time of 1h 27m. The route connects Birmingham New Street and Manchester Piccadilly, passing through key urban and regional centres.

Tickets can be booked through National Rail. Prices vary by class, seat availability and booking time — booking in advance is recommended for popular departure times and holiday periods.

At 138 km, the average speed on this route is approximately 95 km/h.

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The journey from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly takes approximately 1h 27m. Times may vary by train type and stops en route. Always check the live schedule for current timings.

The rail distance from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly is approximately 138 km.

Book tickets through National Rail at https://www.nationalrail.co.uk. You can also buy at station ticket offices. Book in advance for the best prices.

Yes, direct trains include: Avanti West Coast, Avanti West Coast, Northern Express.

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OriginBirmingham New Street

DestinationManchester Piccadilly

Distance138 km

Journey time1h 27m

Stops2

Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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