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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
$105
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
13 h 16 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Birmingham will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Birmingham without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a train costs an average of $315.
Distance: 311 miles (502 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price Cheapest | $146 Average price | $350 Average price | $103 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Birmingham:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Birmingham costing on average $146 (€120).
A bus is $244 (€199) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Birmingham costing on average $350 (€287).
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 39m.
Bus takes on average 12h 25m.
You'll arrive about -5h -19m sooner (12h 25m by bus vs 8h 6m by car) and save roughly $-3.36 (€-2.75) compared to fuel and tolls ($107 (€87) vs $103 (€85)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 16h34 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 12h44 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Birmingham buses for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 14h00 | 8:45 PM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h15 | 10:00 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h34 | 11:59 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h00 | 12:25 AM Birmingham | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 14h40 | 3:10 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h45 | 1:15 AM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 14h55 | 10:55 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h55 | 9:55 AM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h30 | 11:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h50 | 2:35 PM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h40 | 12:25 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 14h35 | 2:35 PM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h25 | 12:25 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Paris to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 311 miles (502 km) distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 311 miles (502 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 12:15 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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