Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times and prices for May 23

Cheapest price

$34

Average price

$51

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

2 h 19 m

Buses per day

80

Distance

150 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.

Fast buses

Of the 80 buses that leave Birmingham for London Heathrow Airport on Sat, May 23, 55 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

On Sat, May 23 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:00 AM2h20
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    5:20 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    $341One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:00 AM2h30
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    6:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    $351One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:15 AM2h35
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    9:50 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    $351One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:10 AM2h30
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    7:40 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    $351One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:10 AM2h50
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    8:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $52.

Distance: 93 miles (150 km)

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Bus
Train
Driving

$25

Average price

Cheapest

$100

Average price

$70

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 16m

Average total duration

2h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 4m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

National Express

Most popular bus company

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport is a bus with an average price of $25 (€20).

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport:

A bus is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $100 (€81).

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport is by train with an average journey time of 2h 22m.

Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and London Heathrow Airport including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $70 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $44 (€36). The journey takes 2h 46m versus 2h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:30AM
Arrival Time
04:05AM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$36
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:00AM
Arrival Time
04:40AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:05AM
Arrival Time
04:25AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:00AM
Arrival Time
05:20AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:15AM
Arrival Time
06:15AM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$71
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:40AM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
06:50AM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:55AM
Arrival Time
07:40AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$36
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:10AM
Arrival Time
07:50AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:10AM
Arrival Time
07:40AM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:25AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:30AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$60
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:30AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:35AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:15AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55AM
Arrival Time
10:40AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:25AM
Arrival Time
11:00AM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
01:10PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:55AM
Arrival Time
02:10PM
Duration
4h15
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:10AM
Arrival Time
12:50PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:35AM
Arrival Time
01:45PM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
01:30PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:50AM
Arrival Time
02:35PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:20PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:25PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$36
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:15PM
Arrival Time
04:25PM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$60
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:20PM
Arrival Time
05:10PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:35PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:05PM
Arrival Time
07:10PM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:15PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
6h00
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$81
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:45PM
Arrival Time
08:50PM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:50PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
08:50PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:30PM
Arrival Time
11:10PM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:45PM
Arrival Time
11:55PM
Duration
5h10
Departure days
Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:40PM
Arrival Time
12:10AM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$36
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:45PM
Arrival Time
01:20AM
Duration
4h35
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$36
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
04:05AM
Duration
7h05
Departure days
Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:50PM
Arrival Time
02:30AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$20

Live departures

Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus11:50 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h40
2:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:50 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h00
2:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
Saturday, May 23
National ExpressNX21012:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h35
3:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210
Delayed
2:40 AM 12:30 AMBirmingham, Coach Station
2h20
5:00 AM 5:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NXA4012:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h35
4:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 41 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus2:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h20
4:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h40
4:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210
Delayed
2:40 AM 2:05 AMBirmingham, Coach Station
2h20
5:00 AM 5:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NXN402:05 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h20
5:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 41 transfer
National ExpressNX2102:05 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h35
4:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h20
5:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h45
5:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h25
5:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX424 · NX230
Delayed
3:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h00
12:00 PM 12:00 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1 transfer
National ExpressNX4243:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h15
5:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NX230
Delayed
3:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h20
12:10 PM 12:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 transfer
National ExpressNX2103:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h40
6:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210
On time
3:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h20
6:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h30
6:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h50
6:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX2105:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h40
7:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NX2405:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h45
8:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 41 transfer
National ExpressNX210
On time
5:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h20
7:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:10 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h30
7:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:10 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h50
8:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX4106:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h20
8:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:30 AM Birmingham
3h20
9:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 31 transfer
National ExpressNX2106:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h45
9:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210
On time
6:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h25
9:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:15 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h35
9:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:15 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h00
10:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210
On time
7:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h25
10:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX2107:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h45
10:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NX230
Delayed
7:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h15
12:10 PM 12:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus8:25 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h35
11:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:25 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h55
11:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NX230
On time
9:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h10
1:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 transfer
National ExpressNX2109:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h50
11:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210
On time
9:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h30
11:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX541 · NX2409:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h15
2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 41 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus10:10 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h40
12:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:10 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h20
12:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX41010:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h25
1:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX410 · NX230
On time
10:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h10
1:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1 transfer
National ExpressNX210
On time
11:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h30
1:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX21011:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h50
1:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h25
2:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h45
2:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210
On time
12:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h35
3:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX21012:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h55
3:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NX24012:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h35
4:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 41 transfer
National ExpressNX409 · NX0351:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h25
4:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 51 transfer
National ExpressNX4091:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h30
3:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h25
3:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h50
4:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NX230
On time
2:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h20
5:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 transfer
National ExpressNX2102:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h50
5:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210
On time
2:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h30
4:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h40
5:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h20
4:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h35
6:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h55
6:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX2104:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h55
7:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210
On time
4:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h35
6:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX707 · NX231
On time
4:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
6h00
10:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus5:50 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h20
8:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:50 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h40
8:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX210 · NXN40
On time
6:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
6h25
12:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 transfer
National ExpressNX210
On time
6:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h30
8:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX2106:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h50
8:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX541 · NX035
On time
6:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
5h10
11:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1 transfer
National ExpressNX541 · NX403
On time
6:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h25
11:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1 transfer
National ExpressNX400 · NX444
On time
7:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h30
12:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1 transfer
National ExpressNX400 · NX030
On time
7:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
5h10
12:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1 transfer
National ExpressNX400 · NX025
On time
7:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
5h10
12:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1 transfer
National ExpressNX400 · NX035
On time
9:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h05
1:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1 transfer
National ExpressNX400 · NX032
On time
9:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h05
1:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1 transfer
National ExpressNX400 · NX032
On time
9:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h20
1:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1 transfer
National ExpressNX400 · NXA40
On time
9:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
7h05
4:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 transfer
National ExpressNX400 · NX035
On time
9:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h20
1:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport

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Buses from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport run on average 74 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.

There are 50 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 2h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
93 miles (150 km)
Average bus duration
2h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
$14 (€11)
Buses per day
74
Direct buses
50
Fastest bus
2h 20m
First bus
1:00 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Birmingham to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
$18 (€14)
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport can start from as little as $14 (€11) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport is $25 (€20) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport is 2h 20m to travel the 93 miles (150 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 1:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 50 direct buses a day from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport, you can count on National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for the best way to get you to London Heathrow Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Birmingham and London Heathrow Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to London Heathrow Airport from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and London Heathrow Airport including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport for bus company National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport depends on the bus companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Since neither Birmingham nor London Heathrow Airport are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Birmingham to London Heathrow Airport

Birmingham
London
Birmingham, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Mill Lane
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham, Coach Station
  • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
Birmingham, Brunel Street

Most popular buses to and from London Heathrow Airport and Birmingham

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