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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on Oct 07
$6
Average ticket price on Oct 07
$9
Fastest journey on Oct 07
35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 07
39 m
Buses on Oct 07
20
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Coventry to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Birmingham will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
On Wed, Oct 07, we found 20 buses from Coventry to Birmingham, including 20 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 07 the direct buses cover the 28 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Wed, Oct 07 the slowest buses will take 45 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.
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NX707Buses from Coventry to Birmingham run on average 17 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $4 (€4) by train.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average bus duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Birmingham buses for today, Tuesday, October 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX777 | 3:55 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1h00 | 4:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX707 | 5:05 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h55 | 6:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h40 | 7:05 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX777 | 7:00 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1h00 | 8:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX707 | 7:40 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h50 | 8:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX777 | 8:45 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h55 | 9:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX707 | 9:55 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h45 | 10:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX777 | 10:40 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h55 | 11:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h35 | 11:55 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, October 7 | |||||
NX422 | 1:55 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h35 | 2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h40 | 3:15 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX707 | 4:10 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h45 | 4:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX777 | 4:20 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h45 | 5:05 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 8:15 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h55 | 9:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX707 | 10:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h55 | 11:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX707 | 12:30 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1h00 | 1:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX777 | 12:30 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1h00 | 1:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX707 | 2:30 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1h00 | 3:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX777 | 2:50 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1h05 | 3:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0h55 | 4:10 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.
Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Science museum with interactive galleries, engines and family-friendly exhibits in Millennium Point.
Historic home of the Pre-Raphaelite artists, showing furnished rooms, artworks and craft details.
Restored canal-side quarter with waterside walks, bars, heritage buildings and easy access to major venues.
Lively canal junction area with historic warehouses, footbridges and one of Birmingham's best urban walks.
Creative district known for street art, independent culture, music heritage and alternative city energy.
A rich curry style developed by Birmingham's South Asian community, often cooked with green chillies, coriander and onions. It is the city's signature dish.
A spicy Indian snack of potato, chickpeas, noodles, chutneys and crisp pastry pieces. Popular in Birmingham's Pakistani and Indian food culture.
A flaky layered flatbread, often served with curry at breakfast or late-night eateries in the city. A staple in Birmingham's South Asian dining scene.
Michelin-starred fine dining by Aktar Islam, known for modern Indian tasting menus in an elegant canal-side setting.
Refined modern British restaurant with inventive tasting menus and polished service in a smart city-centre dining room.
Celebrated Indian vegetarian restaurant in Sparkbrook, loved for dosas, chaats and sweets in a busy casual setting.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street, Birmingham
Buses offer a fast and convenient way to travel from Coventry to Birmingham with National Express operating over 30 daily departures. The first service leaves 2:10 a.m. at and the last departure of the day sets off at 11:35 p.m. Average travel time is 40 minutes with the fastest taking 35 minutes. All services are direct with a few calling at Birmingham Airport. Buses to Birmingham leave from Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station, a major bus hub for the city. National Express coaches from Coventry arrive at Birmingham Coach Station located on Mill Lane in the Digbeth area. From there it’s a five minute walk along Digbeth High Street to the city centre.
National Express buses from Coventry to Birmingham depart from the Pool Meadow Bus Station, conveniently located in the city centre. There are frequent buses, operated by Stagecoach, National Express Coventry and Travel de Courcey, which provide a comprehensive local travel network around the city and out to surrounding villages and towns. Coventry has a limited night bus service. The city is the home of the Black Cab, with cab ranks located across Coventry.
Birmingham has been growing in popularity as a visitor destination and is a city that successfully blends the new with the old. Streets contain elegant Victorian houses alongside contemporary buildings of glass and steel. Birmingham is sometimes referred to as England's 'Venice', with over a 60 miles of canals, providing excellent recreational opportunities and a calm oasis within this bustling city. Visitor attractions include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, the National Sea Life Centre and the fascinating exhibits of the Back to Basics Museum. Buses from Coventry to Birmingham arrive at the Birmingham Coach Station, a major interchange, located in the city centre. Birmingham's extensive public transport system is operated by Network West Midlands and consists of urban trains, local buses and the Midland Metro, a light rail system. Birmingham features one of the longest bus routes in Europe, which is over 18 miles in length and has 272 bus stops. cabs are available at the coach station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Coventry to Birmingham buses use the Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
Available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Ramps.
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) is 4 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and food outlets within the university are accessible.
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop). ATMs are available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop).
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop).
Available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop): Access ramps and assistance for disabled passengers available.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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