- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
$10
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$21
Fastest journey on Sep 08
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
2 h 18 m
Buses on Sep 08
106
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to London will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 106 buses from Birmingham to London, including 94 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct buses cover the 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price | $99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to London:
A bus is $27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to London costing on average $39.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 28m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (2h 28m by bus vs 2h 37m by car) and save roughly $88 compared to fuel and tolls ($11 vs $99). 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 National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
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 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 06:04AM | Duration 4h34 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to London buses for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX541 | 2:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 5:55 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 2:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 6:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Birmingham | 3h35 | 6:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Birmingham | 4h10 | 7:10 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Birmingham | 3h10 | 6:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Birmingham | 2h35 | 6:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 4:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 7:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 4:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 7:00 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Birmingham | 2h35 | 7:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Birmingham | 3h10 | 8:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX590 | 5:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h20 | 8:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX590 | 5:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h35 | 7:35 PM London, Golders Green Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 5:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h05 | 8:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 5:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h50 | 8:30 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Birmingham | 3h10 | 8:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Birmingham | 2h35 | 8:15 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h05 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 8:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h45 | 9:15 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 8:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Birmingham | 2h55 | 9:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Birmingham | 2h40 | 9:10 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Birmingham | 2h55 | 9:55 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 9:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 9:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Birmingham | 2h55 | 10:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 7:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h50 | 10:30 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 7:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h20 | 10:00 PM London, Golders Green Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 7:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 10:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 10:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Birmingham | 2h50 | 10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 · NXA6 | 8:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h04 | 1:49 AM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
NX400 | 8:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h50 | 11:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 8:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h40 | 11:25 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 · NX035 | 12:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h20 | 4:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | 12:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h20 | 4:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NXA31 | 1:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h34 | 6:04 AM London, Marble Arch | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX025 | 2:05 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h45 | 5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX030 | 2:05 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h45 | 5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Birmingham | 3h00 | 5:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Birmingham | 3h35 | 6:05 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Birmingham | 3h15 | 5:45 AM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Birmingham | 2h50 | 5:50 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Birmingham | 3h15 | 6:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX424 | 3:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX422 | 3:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h50 | 6:15 AM London, Golders Green Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX422 | 3:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h25 | 6:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX422 · NXA1 | 3:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h17 | 7:42 AM London, Marble Arch | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX025 | 3:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h30 | 8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NXA1 | 4:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h30 | 9:05 AM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h10 | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h35 | 7:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 | 5:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 8:25 AM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 | 5:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 8:40 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 · NX540 | 5:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 9:25 AM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
NX400 | 5:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 8:35 AM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 5:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX410 | 6:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h50 | 9:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Birmingham | 3h15 | 9:45 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Birmingham | 3h50 | 10:20 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Birmingham | 2h35 | 9:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Birmingham | 3h10 | 10:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Birmingham | 3h45 | 11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Birmingham | 4h15 | 11:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 7:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h55 | 10:35 AM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 7:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 9:55 AM London, Golders Green Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 7:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h10 | 10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Birmingham | 3h10 | 11:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Birmingham | 2h35 | 10:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Birmingham | 2h25 | 10:55 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Birmingham | 2h45 | 11:15 AM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Birmingham | 3h00 | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 8:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 11:30 AM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 8:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 11:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NXA1 | 8:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h47 | 1:17 PM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Birmingham | 3h10 | 12:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Birmingham | 2h35 | 11:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 9:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 1:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 9:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 12:55 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Birmingham | 3h10 | 1:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Birmingham | 2h35 | 12:50 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX410 | 10:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 2:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Birmingham | 2h30 | 2:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Birmingham | 3h05 | 2:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 11:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h05 | 2:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 11:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h50 | 2:20 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 11:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 1:45 PM London, Golders Green Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 12:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 3:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 12:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 3:00 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Birmingham | 3h00 | 3:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 2:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 3:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Birmingham | 3h00 | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 4:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 4:00 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Birmingham | 2h30 | 3:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Birmingham | 3h05 | 4:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX409 | 1:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 2:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 5:00 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 2:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 4:15 PM London, Golders Green Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 2:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 5:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Birmingham | 2h45 | 4:55 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 4:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Birmingham | 3h00 | 5:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX707 · NXA1 | 2:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h35 | 6:50 PM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Birmingham to London run on average 72 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
There are 67 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Buses per day 72 |
Direct buses 67 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
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Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Oxford Circus, London
The main provider of buses from Birmingham to London is National Express. Direct services from National Express are frequent, with two buses departing Birmingham's bus station per hour. The quickest journey is 2 hours 30 minutes, with the longest journey taking around 3 hours 35 minutes. Buses run from around 5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. There are no changes required for this journey. The fastest journey time is approximately 2½ hours.
Average prices for buses from Birmingham to London when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€8 |
1 Day in Advance |
€6 |
1 Week in Advance |
€5 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€5 |
1 Month in Advance |
€4 |
3 Months in Advance |
€4 |
While taking a bus is slower than taking the train it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 2½ hours to arrive in London.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Birmingham to London buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
Birmingham is one of the largest cities in the UK and often referred to as being the center of England. There is plenty for any visitor to do here. A visit to the world famous Symphony Hall could be made as this is a large concert hall which hosts a variety of music ranging from jazz, classical and rock. The museum of Aston Hall and Blakesley Hall make for interesting visits. The Bullring provides visitors with ample shopping opportunities, with plenty of shops and some of the best shopping to be found in the UK outside of London.
The largest city in the UK and one of the most influential in the world, there is much to see and do, from museums and art galleries to music venues to sports grounds. There are the major London sights and icons to see such as Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square and the Tower of London. The capital is home to some world-class museums such as The British Museum, The Victoria and Albert Museum and the Natural History Museum. For some evening entertainment, you could head to London's West End to watch a show or if you prefer there are many bars and clubs to explore.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to London buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Baker Street Station. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and London 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.
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.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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