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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 18
$57
Average ticket price on Oct 18
$63
Fastest journey on Oct 18
7 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Oct 18
8 h 8 m
Buses on Oct 18
11
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
On Sun, Oct 18, we found 11 buses from Edinburgh to Birmingham, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 18 the direct buses cover the 395 km distance in an average of 8 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 44 m .
On Sun, Oct 18 the slowest buses will take 9 h 11 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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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Edinburgh to Birmingham run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 7h 4m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 4m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:54AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h56 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:09AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h41 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:24AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:39AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:01PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 7h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham buses for tomorrow, Sunday, October 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 11h15 | 5:50 PM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 9h30 | 5:50 PM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:24 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 9h26 | 5:50 PM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 9h20 | 5:50 PM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 9h11 | 5:50 PM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h00 | 4:45 AM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 7h55 | 4:45 AM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 7h50 | 4:45 AM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:01 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 7h44 | 4:45 AM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
NX180 | 9:10 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h35 | 6:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 11h15 | 9:55 AM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
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Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Birmingham buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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, 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 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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