Buses from Birmingham to London
Bus times
Birmingham to London
Find all the dates and times for this journey
The fastest buses
from Birmingham
to London
Fastest Journey
2 h 35 m
Average
2 h 58 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
163 km
Of the 25 bus that leave Birmingham for London every day 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct bus cover the 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some bus will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest bus will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
COMPARE
Prices across different modes
Sep 20
Sep 21
Sep 22
Sep 23
Sep 24
Sep 25
Sep 26
Sep 27
Sep 28
Sep 29
Sep 30
Oct 1
Oct 2
Oct 3
Oct 4
Oct 5
Oct 6
Oct 7
Oct 8
Oct 9
Oct 10
The cheapest buses
from Birmingham
to London
Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to London will cost around $ 14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 9.
These companies trust us.
We sell their tickets all in one place.
Journey Summary
Birmingham to London Bus Information
| Avg. Bus Duration: | 3 hours 10 minutes | |
| Coach Ticket Price: | $6 | |
| Buses depart from: | Birmingham | |
| Bus arrives in: | London | |
| Distance: | 163 km | |
| Bus Companies: | National Express |
Buses from Birmingham to London
The main provider of buses from Birmingham to London is National Express. Direct services from National Express are frequent, with two buses departing Birmingham's bus station per hour. The quickest journey is 2 hours 30 minutes, with the longest journey taking around 3 hours 35 minutes. Buses run from around 5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. There are no changes required for this journey. The fastest journey time is approximately 2½ hours.
Birmingham to London Bus Cost
Average prices for buses from Birmingham to London when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€8 |
1 Day in Advance |
€6 |
1 Week in Advance |
€5 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€5 |
1 Month in Advance |
€4 |
3 Months in Advance |
€4 |
Birmingham to London Buses: General Information
While taking a bus is slower than taking the train it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 2½ hours to arrive in London.
- All Birmingham to London buses are run by National Express.
- Most buses are direct, depart from Birmingham's main bus station and arrive at London's Victoria bus station.
- Journey Time: Traveling from Birmingham to London by bus takes as little as 2 hours and 30 minutes.
- Most travelers book their Birmingham to London bus ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Birmingham to London buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 25% cheaper on average to purchase a Birmingham to London bus ticket a day in advance as opposed to at the station on the day of travel.
- It is 38% cheaper to book a Birmingham to London bus ticket 1 week in advance as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
- Birmingham to London bus tickets are 50% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a bus ticket the day of.
Birmingham
Birmingham is one of the largest cities in the UK and often referred to as being the center of England. There is plenty for any visitor to do here. A visit to the world famous Symphony Hall could be made as this is a large concert hall which hosts a variety of music ranging from jazz, classical and rock. The museum of Aston Hall and Blakesley Hall make for interesting visits. The Bullring provides visitors with ample shopping opportunities, with plenty of shops and some of the best shopping to be found in the UK outside of London.
London
The largest city in the UK and one of the most influential in the world, there is much to see and do, from museums and art galleries to music venues to sports grounds. There are the major London sights and icons to see such as Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square and the Tower of London. The capital is home to some world-class museums such as The British Museum, The Victoria and Albert Museum and the Natural History Museum. For some evening entertainment, you could head to London's West End to watch a show or if you prefer there are many bars and clubs to explore.
Stations
Amenities
Popular buses from Birmingham
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
