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Trip Summary
You can pick from 48 daily train trips between Sutton Coldfield and Manchester. The average train journey from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester takes 2 hours and 21 minutes, but some West Midlands Railway + Connections train trips are as short as 2 hours and 2 minutes.
Distance | 65 mi (105 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 2m |
Lowest price | $18.47 |
Most frequent service | West Midlands Railway + Connections |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester?
West Midlands Railway + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Sutton Coldfield to Manchester. However, there are 48 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
West Midlands Railway + Connections | 48 | 2h 22m | $70.33 |
West Midlands Railway + Connections train tickets from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester start from $18, and on average cost . Daily there are 48 West Midlands Railway + Connections schedules to Manchester. West Midlands Railway + Connections in Sutton Coldfield leaves from Four Oaks and 2 other stations. And in Manchester trains arrive at Manchester Airport and one other train station.
From Sutton Coldfield to Manchester train travel on West Midlands Railway + Connections takes 2 hours and 22 minutes. If you are looking to get to Manchester faster, West Midlands Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 2 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, West Midlands Railway + Connections offers 48 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Manchester.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Sutton Coldfield at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 48 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Sutton Coldfield?
Main departure station: Four Oaks
Sutton Coldfield has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Manchester.
All train stations in Sutton Coldfield:
Four Oaks
Butlers Lane Station
Blake Street BKT
Where is the train station in Manchester?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Manchester Airport
Refurbished in 2004 and 2014, Manchester Airport Station is a combined rail, Metrolink tram, and bus station. Referred to as "The Station" on signage, it is linked to the airport terminals by the Sky Link elevated walkway. Northern, TransPennine Express, and Transport for Wales operate rail services, with destinations including central Manchester, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. National Express and Megabus also operate frequent buses to and from the airport. The Metrolink tram connects with Manchester Victoria rail station, located much closer to the center of Manchester.
Train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Airport
Manchester Piccadilly
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