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Birmingham to Eccles Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Eccles, starting from €16.21 and averaging €22.34. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 58m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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16:01
2h 4m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
18:05
Eccles (Manchester)
CrossCountryNorthern
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16:07
1h 58m, 2 change
Birmingham New Street
18:05
Eccles (Manchester)
Avanti West Coast
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17:01
2h 4m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
19:05
Eccles (Manchester)
CrossCountryNorthern
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17:07
1h 58m, 2 change
Birmingham New Street
19:05
Eccles (Manchester)
Avanti West Coast
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18:01
2h 4m, 1 change
Birmingham New Street
20:05
Eccles (Manchester)
CrossCountryNorthern
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18:07
1h 58m, 2 change
Birmingham New Street
20:05
Paris
Avanti West Coast
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Birmingham to Eccles Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:01
Last train
Last train
22:30
Departure city
Departure city
Birmingham
Arrival city
Arrival city
Eccles
Journey time
Journey time
1h 58m
Distance
Distance
116 km
Price
Price
€16.21*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Eccles

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birmingham to Eccles. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birmingham to Eccles, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Eccles ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to Eccles train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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