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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 Sep 19
€27
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€36
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 27 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 35 m
Buses on Sep 19
14
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from High Wycombe to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from High Wycombe to Birmingham will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
It's difficult to get from High Wycombe to Birmingham without transferring at least once.
TALGW · NX210
TALHR · NX210
TALHR · NX210
TALGW · NX210
TALGW · NX210
TALGW · NX210
TALHR · NX410
TALGW · NX210
TALHR · NX410
TALGW · NX210Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from High Wycombe to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €39, while a bus costs an average of €52.
Distance: 76 miles (123 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€52 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from High Wycombe to Birmingham:
A train is €13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from High Wycombe to Birmingham costing on average €52.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 11m.
Tickets start at around €52 compared to roughly €37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-15.57. The journey takes 3h 11m versus 1h 48m 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.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:23AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 3h52 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:23AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:43AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:23AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:28AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:28AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:48AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:28AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h52 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:48PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 3h57 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:33PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:48PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:33PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:48PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h42 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:13PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:13PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:28PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:28PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:03PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 4h07 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:03PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 4h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:03PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 3h42 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:43PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 3h52 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
The table below shows live departures for High Wycombe to Birmingham buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TALHR · NX410 | 2:48 PM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 3h47 | 6:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX210 | 3:48 PM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 4h07 | 7:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX210 | 5:28 PM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 3h47 | 9:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX410 | 6:20 PM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 3h40 | 10:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX210 | 7:28 PM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 3h27 | 10:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX210 | 8:03 PM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 4h07 | 12:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX210 | 10:03 PM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 3h42 | 1:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX424 | 10:43 PM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 3h52 | 2:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
TALGW · NX210 | 6:23 AM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 3h47 | 10:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX210 | 7:23 AM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 4h02 | 11:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX210 | 9:28 AM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 3h47 | 1:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX409 | 10:48 AM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 3h47 | 2:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX210 | 11:28 AM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 3h52 | 3:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX210 | 12:48 PM High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross | 3h57 | 4:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from High Wycombe to Birmingham run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 76 miles (123 km) distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 76 miles (123 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 2h 42m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from High Wycombe 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 High Wycombe to Birmingham buses use the High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Hagley Road West. Use this guide to compare High Wycombe and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross is 1 km from High Wycombe city centre. Public transport options include:
High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross. ATMs are available at High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross.
Ticket office support is available at High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross.
Available at High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at High Wycombe, Coachway Handy Cross: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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, Comet Road (Airport) is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants available in the airport terminal.
Free WiFi available. ATMs are aTMs available inside the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).
Available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Facilities accessible for disabled persons.
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