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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
€21
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
330 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Truro to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Truro to Birmingham will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 2 buses that leave Truro for Birmingham on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 330 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Truro to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €375.
Distance: 205 miles (330 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€38 Average price Cheapest | €143 Average price | €481 Average price | €82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 6m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 39m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Truro to Birmingham:
A bus is €104 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Truro to Birmingham costing on average €143.
A bus is €442 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Truro to Birmingham costing on average €481.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 39m.
Bus takes on average 7h 36m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €47 |
The table below shows live departures for Truro to Birmingham buses for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:10 AM Truro | 8h30 | 1:40 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Truro | 8h30 | 2:40 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Truro to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 205 miles (330 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 205 miles (330 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 2:05 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street, Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Truro 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 Truro to Birmingham buses use the Truro, Bus Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Hagley Road West. Use this guide to compare Truro and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Truro, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Truro, Bus Station. ATMs are available at Truro, Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at Truro, Bus Station.
Available at Truro, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Truro, Bus Station: Accessible parking and seating.
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, Comet Road (Airport) is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants available in the airport terminal.
Free WiFi available. ATMs are aTMs available inside the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).
Available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Facilities accessible for disabled persons.
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