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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 14
$12
Average ticket price on Oct 14
$18
Fastest journey on Oct 14
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Oct 14
2 h 29 m
Buses on Oct 14
20
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Birmingham will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Wed, Oct 14, we found 20 buses from Leeds to Birmingham, including 17 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 14 the direct buses cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Wed, Oct 14 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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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NX133Buses from Leeds to Birmingham run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
There are 22 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:59, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 12:59 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Birmingham buses for today, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h25 | 9:35 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 · NX120 | 7:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h55 | 11:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX422 | 9:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 5h00 | 2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX421 | 11:25 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 5h10 | 4:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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NX180 | 2:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 4h15 | 6:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 6:45 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h15 | 10:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 8:25 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h05 | 11:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h25 | 10:55 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 3h35 | 1:10 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 9:55 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h05 | 1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h25 | 1:55 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h25 | 2:55 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 | 11:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h40 | 2:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 · NX590 | 12:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 4h10 | 4:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h30 | 2:35 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h20 | 4:40 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 3h35 | 5:35 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 2:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h15 | 6:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h25 | 5:55 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX131 | 4:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h15 | 7:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX183 | 5:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h55 | 9:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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Restored canal-side quarter with waterside walks, bars, heritage buildings and easy access to major venues.
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Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street, Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Birmingham buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Leeds, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and snack kiosks available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Coach Station.
Available at Leeds, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistive services.
Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop. ATMs are available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop.
Ticket office support is available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop.
Available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop: Bus stop is wheelchair accessible.
Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and eateries available
Wi-Fi is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). ATMs are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).
Available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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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