- 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
$26
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newcastle to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Birmingham will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 12 buses that leave Newcastle for Birmingham on Tue, Aug 04, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 278 km distance in an average of 5 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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 Newcastle to Birmingham run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 1:50 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Birmingham buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX180 | 11:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 6h55 | 6:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX172 · NX541 | 5:00 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 7h45 | 12:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX426 · NX131 | 6:00 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 7h00 | 1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 5h35 | 1:55 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 | 8:45 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 5h45 | 2:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 5h35 | 2:55 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 5h35 | 4:45 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 · NX131 | 11:50 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 7h40 | 7:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX172 · NX120 | 1:00 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 8h15 | 9:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX183 | 2:35 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 6h50 | 9:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 5h30 | 9:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 transfer | |
NX172 · NX422 | 5:35 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 8h55 | 2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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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.
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Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street, Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Birmingham buses use the Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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