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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
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 1 buses that leave Stockton-on-Tees for Birmingham on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 235 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 7 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 146 miles (235 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $146 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m 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 Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham:
A bus is $111 (€91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham costing on average $146 (€119).
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 26m.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 8h39 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:35 PM Stockton-on-Tees | 7h00 | 9:35 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 146 miles (235 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 146 miles (235 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
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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.
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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 Stockton-on-Tees 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 Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham buses use the Middlesbrough, Bus Station to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Coach Station. Use this guide to compare Stockton-on-Tees and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Stockton-on-Tees, Yarm Ln / W Row has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Stockton-on-Tees, Yarm Ln / W Row.
Available at Stockton-on-Tees, Yarm Ln / W Row: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockton-on-Tees, Yarm Ln / W Row: Bike Parking.
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, 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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