On weekdays the first train departs Birmingham New Street at 06:01 arriving at Manchester Piccadilly at 07:29. The last train departs Birmingham New Street at 22:30 arriving at Manchester Piccadilly at 00:13.
Journey Time
On trains operated by Transport for Wales (AW) the average journey time is 3 hours and 1 minute. On trains operated by CrossCountry (XC) the average journey time is 1 hour and 29 minutes. The overall average journey time between Birmingham New Street and Manchester Piccadilly is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Catering
Most trains operated by CrossCountry (XC) provide an at-seat trolley service. Catering facilities on all train services on the UK National Rail network are provided subject to availability and customer demand.