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TransPennine Express
East Midlands Railway

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Manchester Victoria to Birchwood by train

First train

05:43

Last train

22:48

Departure station

Manchester Victoria

Arrival station

Birchwood

Journey time

From 31m

Distance

13 miles (20 km)

Frequency

47 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway

How to travel from Manchester Victoria to Birchwood by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Manchester Victoria to Birchwood? Look no further.

You'll usually find 47 trains per day running between Manchester Victoria and Birchwood, which usually take 54 minutes to complete the 13 miles (20 km) journey. It can take as little as 31 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Birchwood by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Manchester Victoria to Birchwood if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Birchwood? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Manchester Victoria to Birchwood

Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Victoria to Birchwood? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Birchwood from Manchester Victoria?

To travel to Birchwood from Manchester Victoria, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 54 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 31 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Manchester Victoria to Birchwood?

Trains from Manchester Victoria to Birchwood take an average of 54 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 31 minutes. You'll usually find 47 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Manchester Victoria and Birchwood by train?

The quickest journey time between Manchester Victoria and Birchwood by train is 31 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Manchester Victoria to Birchwood?

No, there are no direct trains running from Manchester Victoria to Birchwood, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Victoria to Birchwood

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester Victoria to Birchwood is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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