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Trip Summary
There are 48 daily trains from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield. Traveling by train from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield usually takes around 2 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Virgin Trains + Connections train can make the trip in one hour and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 65 mi (105 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 22m |
| Lowest price | £10.84 |
| Most frequent service | CrossCountry + Connections |
| Train lines | 5 |
Train service from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield
- Arriva Trains Wales + Connections tickets: £40 one-way
- CrossCountry + Connections tickets: £40 one-way
- Northern Rail + Connections tickets: £11 one-way
- TransPennine Express + Connections tickets: £48 one-way
- Virgin Trains + Connections tickets: £13 one-way
Which train should you take from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield?
There are 5 train lines with service from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield. CrossCountry + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 17 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva Trains Wales + Connections | 6 | 2h 38m | £44.06 |
| CrossCountry + Connections | 17 | 2h 17m | £39.78 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 6 | 2h 45m | £30.28 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 15 | 2h 35m | £48.35 |
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 4 | 1h 39m | £19.62 |
Arriva Trains Wales + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield start from £40, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Arriva Trains Wales + Connections schedules to Sutton Coldfield. Arriva Trains Wales + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly and one other station. And in Sutton Coldfield trains arrive at Blake Street and 2 other train stations.
From Manchester to Sutton Coldfield train travel on Arriva Trains Wales + Connections takes 2 hours and 38 minutes. If you are looking to get to Sutton Coldfield faster, Arriva Trains Wales + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 22 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Arriva Trains Wales + Connections offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Sutton Coldfield.
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield start from £40, and on average cost . Daily there are 17 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Sutton Coldfield. CrossCountry + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly . And in Sutton Coldfield trains arrive at Blake Street and 2 other train stations.
From Manchester to Sutton Coldfield train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 2 hours and 17 minutes. If you are looking to get to Sutton Coldfield faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 22 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, CrossCountry + Connections offers 17 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Sutton Coldfield.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield start from £11, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Sutton Coldfield. Northern Rail + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport . And in Sutton Coldfield trains arrive at Butlers Lane Station and 2 other train stations.
From Manchester to Sutton Coldfield train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 2 hours and 45 minutes. If you are looking to get to Sutton Coldfield faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 22 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Northern Rail + Connections offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Sutton Coldfield.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield start from £48, and on average cost . Daily there are 15 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Sutton Coldfield. TransPennine Express + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport . And in Sutton Coldfield trains arrive at Four Oaks and 2 other train stations.
From Manchester to Sutton Coldfield train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 2 hours and 35 minutes. If you are looking to get to Sutton Coldfield faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 22 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express + Connections offers 15 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Sutton Coldfield.
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield start from £13, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Sutton Coldfield. Virgin Trains + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly . And in Sutton Coldfield trains arrive at Four Oaks and 2 other train stations.
From Manchester to Sutton Coldfield train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 1 hours and 39 minutes. If you are looking to get to Sutton Coldfield faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 22 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Virgin Trains + Connections offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Sutton Coldfield.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Manchester to Sutton Coldfield. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Manchester at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 Sutton Coldfield to Manchester.
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 Manchester?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Manchester Piccadilly
As the city's main train station, Manchester Piccadilly receives regular trains from London, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Liverpool. It has 14 platforms, with platforms 13 and 14 positioned away from the main concourse and accessed via a moving walkway. The mezzanine level contains a variety of shops and food outlets. Travellers can also access Metrolink trams on the Blue, Yellow, and Purple lines by descending into the lower level. The area around the station hosts plenty of parking, several hotels, and a variety of food options.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Airport
Where is the train station in Sutton Coldfield?
Main arrival station: Four Oaks
There are more train stations and stops in Sutton Coldfield than most cities. Most trains from Manchester will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Sutton Coldfield:
Train stations in Sutton Coldfield:
Four Oaks
Butlers Lane Station
Blake Street BKT
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