- Must visit
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 05
$8
Average ticket price on Oct 05
$16
Fastest journey on Oct 05
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Oct 05
2 h 3 m
Buses on Oct 05
32
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Birmingham will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
On Mon, Oct 05, we found 32 buses from Manchester to Birmingham, including 32 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 05 the direct buses cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Mon, Oct 05 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
NX421
FlixBus
NX590
NX181
NX120Buses from Manchester to Birmingham run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Birmingham buses for today, Sunday, October 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX422 | 11:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h50 | 2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h51 | 2:50 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, October 5 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 2h30 | 2:50 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 | 2:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h50 | 4:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h55 | 4:45 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX181 | 4:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h10 | 6:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h30 | 8:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX120 | 7:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h30 | 9:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h30 | 9:40 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 7:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h20 | 9:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h55 | 11:15 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 2h35 | 11:15 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 9:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h25 | 11:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h30 | 1:00 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h35 | 12:45 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 10:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h25 | 12:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX121 | 11:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h25 | 1:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h30 | 2:40 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 12:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h15 | 2:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 1:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h25 | 3:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX590 | 2:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h10 | 4:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX121 | 2:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h35 | 4:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h30 | 5:00 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 2:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h35 | 5:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h20 | 5:50 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 3:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h35 | 6:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX121 | 5:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h30 | 7:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h30 | 8:00 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX120 | 7:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h15 | 9:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h20 | 10:20 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX120 | 9:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2h10 | 11:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
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.
Official public transport app
Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street, Birmingham
This route is very often offered daily by the buses National Express. The journey starts in the heart of Manchester and leads directly south out of the city. It passes Manchester Airport immediately. The route continues past the towns of Stoke-on-Trent, Stafford and Cannock. At the destination you reach the city of Birmingham and land directly in the center in the central bus station. This is excellently equipped and you will find everything you need on arrival.
The Manchester - Birmingham bus route is operated exclusively by National Express. However, this offers a sufficient number of departure times so that everyone can find a suitable trip.
The direct driving time is between 2 and 3.5 hours. It is therefore not a particularly long journey. Nevertheless, the route is quite interesting. Especially shortly after Manchester when driving past the airport there is always something to see.
The National Express takes the Manchester - Birmingham bus about 14 times a day on this route. These are just under a hundred journeys a week from which passengers can choose. During the day there is usually a Buses every one to two hours.
At which bus station does the bus start in Manchester? Manchester Coach Station is located in the centre of Manchester. There the buses Manchester - Birmingham starts. In the large waiting area there is not only a popular drinks machine. Ticket machines are also available. And there are plenty of parking spaces. The airport is only 15 km away. There are facilities for food and public toilets. There's even a coffee shop there. Passengers can also recharge their mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets or laptops. And at the kiosk you can get reading material for the waiting time and for the trip. There is also an ATM right next to the station.
At which bus station does the bus arrive in Birmingham? At the Birmingham Coach Station the buses of National Express arrives. There, one finds a real waiting hall and parking places in case one wants to be picked up. There are several ways to buy food and even a subway restaurant across the street. There are also ticket vending machines and an ATM. There are also public toilets and a kiosk. Inside and outside there are small coffee houses. There are also charging facilities with free WIFI and even coin-operated phones.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Birmingham buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Manchester, Coach 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), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need