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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 4 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Birmingham International Airport on Thu, May 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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.
10:20 PM1h50London Heathrow Airport12:10 AMBirmingham International Airport$171One-way0 transfers- 10:00 PM2h10London Heathrow Airport12:10 AMBirmingham International Airport$231One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 PM1h55London Heathrow Airport9:55 PMBirmingham International Airport$441One-way0 transfers
- 11:45 PM4h10London Heathrow Airport3:55 AMBirmingham International Airport$1381One-way0 transfers
- 10:20 PM1h50London Heathrow Airport12:10 AMBirmingham International Airport$171One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 PM1h55London Heathrow Airport9:55 PMBirmingham International Airport$441One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM2h10London Heathrow Airport12:10 AMBirmingham International Airport$231One-way0 transfers
- 11:45 PM4h10London Heathrow Airport3:55 AMBirmingham International Airport$1381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport:
A bus is $77 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport costing on average $109 (€87).
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 54m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $58 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 2h 54m 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.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
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.
Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport buses for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h10 | 12:10 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:40 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h15 | 1:55 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
| 8:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h55 | 9:55 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport run on average 38 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 27 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 27 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 7:35 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International AirportYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport with National Express, Megabus for as low as $13 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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