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Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Walsall
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Walsall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $3.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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$5 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Walsall is a bus with an average price of $5.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Walsall:
A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Walsall costing on average $7.
The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Walsall is by train with an average journey time of 25m.
Other travel options to Walsall take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 4m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Walsall including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Birmingham to Walsall 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 $5 compared to roughly $16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11. The journey takes 1h 4m versus 26m 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 NX West Midlands.
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 Walsall Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 12:18AM | Arrival Time 12:51AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 01:03AM | Arrival Time 01:36AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 06:26AM | Arrival Time 07:01AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 06:56AM | Arrival Time 07:31AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 07:36AM | Arrival Time 08:11AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 08:01AM | Arrival Time 08:36AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 08:11AM | Arrival Time 08:38AM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 08:21AM | Arrival Time 08:56AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 08:41AM | Arrival Time 09:16AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 08:46AM | Arrival Time 09:28AM | Duration 0h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 09:37AM | Duration 0h36 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 09:11AM | Arrival Time 09:38AM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 09:16AM | Arrival Time 10:24AM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 09:21AM | Arrival Time 09:57AM | Duration 0h36 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 09:41AM | Arrival Time 10:08AM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 09:56AM | Arrival Time 10:32AM | Duration 0h36 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 10:11AM | Arrival Time 10:38AM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 10:26AM | Arrival Time 11:04AM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 10:41AM | Arrival Time 11:08AM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 10:56AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 11:11AM | Arrival Time 11:38AM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 11:26AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 11:41AM | Arrival Time 12:08PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 11:56AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 12:11PM | Arrival Time 12:38PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 12:26PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 12:41PM | Arrival Time 01:08PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 12:56PM | Arrival Time 01:36PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 01:11PM | Arrival Time 01:38PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 01:26PM | Arrival Time 02:07PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 01:41PM | Arrival Time 02:08PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 01:56PM | Arrival Time 02:37PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 02:11PM | Arrival Time 02:38PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 02:26PM | Arrival Time 03:07PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 02:41PM | Arrival Time 03:08PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 02:56PM | Arrival Time 03:37PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 03:11PM | Arrival Time 03:38PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 03:26PM | Arrival Time 04:07PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 03:41PM | Arrival Time 04:08PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 03:56PM | Arrival Time 04:37PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 04:11PM | Arrival Time 04:38PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 04:26PM | Arrival Time 05:07PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 04:41PM | Arrival Time 05:08PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 04:56PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 05:11PM | Arrival Time 05:38PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 05:26PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 05:41PM | Arrival Time 06:09PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 05:56PM | Arrival Time 06:33PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 06:11PM | Arrival Time 06:37PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator NX West Midlands | Departure Time 06:26PM | Arrival Time 07:03PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Walsall
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Buses from Birmingham to Walsall run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 but you can travel from only $3 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 1h 4m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $3
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 4m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $3
Complete guide to Walsall
Things to do in Walsall
Discover the best of Walsall — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Walsall trip today.
- Must visit
Black Country Living Museum
Large open-air museum within easy reach of Walsall, recreating Black Country life with historic buildings and demonstrations.
- Recommended
Walsall Leather Museum
Independent museum preserving Walsall's leather-making heritage through working displays, tools, and local industrial stories.
- Recommended
Walsall Arboretum
Large Victorian public park with formal gardens, sports areas, and a lake. A well-liked green space close to the town centre.
- Recommended
Wyrley and Essington Canal
Canalside green corridor popular for walking and cycling. It offers a quieter side of the borough with industrial heritage scenery.
- Recommended
RSPB Middleton Lakes
Extensive urban nature reserve with pools, woodland, and birdlife. A favourite for easy outdoor walks and wildlife spotting.
Black Country Faggots
A thick Black Country pork sausage, traditionally seasoned and sold hot from local butchers. It is a proud regional staple closely linked to nearby Walsall markets.
- Gluten-free
Groaty Pudding
A rustic beef and vegetable stew from the Black Country, long simmered for miners and foundry workers. It is valued as hearty local comfort food.
Bap Or Batch
A crusty bread roll filled with bacon, sausage, egg, or chips. Common in the West Midlands, it is a familiar breakfast and lunch choice around Walsall.
Anatolia Cafe Restaurant
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, meze, and fresh breads in a lively modern setting.
Pink Garlic
Popular Indian restaurant with a strong local following. Known for curries, tandoori dishes, and a smart casual atmosphere for groups and families.
The Littleton
Established town-centre steakhouse known for grilled meats and a polished yet relaxed setting. Good choice for classic British and steakhouse dining.
British Pound (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.40
- Day pass
- £4.80
To the city center
Walsall Hatherton Road, Walsall -> Walsall Bus Station, Walsall
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless card payment is widely accepted on National Express West Midlands buses in Walsall. Check fare caps before you travel.
- Use the TfWM app for tickets, live departures, and journey planning across bus and rail in the West Midlands.
FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Walsall
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Walsall 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 Walsall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Birmingham to Walsall can start from as little as $5 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Birmingham to Walsall is $5 ; 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 Walsall is 1h 4m to travel the 8 miles (13 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 Walsall leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Birmingham to Walsall leaves at 11:40 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct buses a day from Birmingham to Walsall with NX West Midlands. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Birmingham to Walsall, you can count on NX West Midlands for the best way to get you to Walsall. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Walsall and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Walsall from Birmingham is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 4m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Walsall including taking a train and bus.
No, the bus from Birmingham to Walsall has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Birmingham to Walsall.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Birmingham to Walsall.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Birmingham to Walsall.
No, luggage for the bus from Birmingham to Walsall needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Birmingham to Walsall.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Birmingham to Walsall.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Birmingham to Walsall.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Birmingham to Walsall.
Since neither Birmingham nor Walsall 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 train as it is the most popular way to get from Birmingham to Walsall 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.
In Walsall, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, particularly in crowded areas and public transport. Scams involving overcharging by taxis or unlicensed drivers can occur, so it’s advisable to use official taxi services. Additionally, be mindful of pickpockets in busy shopping districts. Staying in well-lit areas at night and keeping valuables secure helps enhance safety.
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.
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