What are the best sights in Birmingham?

Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Birmingham are: Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, a cultural institution housing a vast collection of art and historical artifacts Cadbury World, an interactive chocolate-themed attraction offering tours and exhibits Birmingham Botanical Gardens, a serene 15-acre garden featuring exotic plants and glasshouses Symphony Hall, a renowned concert venue known for its exceptional acoustics and diverse performances The Bullring, a major shopping center with a wide range of retail outlets and dining options.

What are the best things to do in Birmingham?

The best things to do in Birmingham include: Explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, known for its unique shops and vibrant atmosphere Take a canal boat tour to see the city from a different perspective Visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, home to a variety of marine life and interactive exhibits Enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome, one of the busiest theatres in the UK Discover the rich history of the city at the Birmingham Back to Backs, a preserved 19th-century courtyard of working people's houses.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from London to Birmingham?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London to Birmingham depends on the bus companies: Megabus Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee. National Express You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee. FlixBus You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from London to Birmingham?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London to Birmingham. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

$11

Average price

$26

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

2 h 19 m

Buses per day

117

Distance

163 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Birmingham will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.

Fast buses

Of the 117 buses that leave London for Birmingham on Sat, Jun 20, 80 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.

FlixBus
12:40 PM3h30
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4:10 PMBirmingham
$111One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
12:00 PM4h10
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
4:10 PMBirmingham
$111One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
12:30 PM3h05
London, Victoria Coach Station
3:35 PMBirmingham
$121One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
1:10 PM2h25
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3:35 PMBirmingham
$121One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
3:00 PM3h05
London, Victoria Coach Station
6:05 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
$131One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $17.

Distance: 101 miles (163 km)

Compare bus with

Bus	Most popular Train	Driving
$15 Average price Cheapest	$35 Average price	$72 Average price (fuel + tolls)
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 43m 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.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of $15 (€12).

This is compared to other travel options from London to Birmingham:

A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Birmingham costing on average $35 (€29).

The fastest way to travel from London to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 2h 18m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Birmingham among Omio's users.

Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 37m by bus vs 2h 43m by car) and save roughly $57 (€47) compared to fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $72 (€59)). 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.

London to Birmingham Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:05AM	Arrival Time 04:55AM	Duration 4h50	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $58
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 12:05AM	Arrival Time 03:15AM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $20
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:15AM	Arrival Time 05:00AM	Duration 4h45	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $45
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:30AM	Arrival Time 04:55AM	Duration 4h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:49AM	Arrival Time 05:00AM	Duration 4h11	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun	Cheapest price $45
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:00AM	Arrival Time 05:00AM	Duration 3h00	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun	Cheapest price $41
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:10AM	Arrival Time 09:10AM	Duration 5h00	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:44AM	Arrival Time 09:10AM	Duration 4h26	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $19
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 06:00AM	Arrival Time 09:10AM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:00AM	Arrival Time 09:10AM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:20AM	Arrival Time 10:25AM	Duration 4h05	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $20
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:24AM	Arrival Time 10:25AM	Duration 4h01	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:30AM	Arrival Time 10:15AM	Duration 3h45	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $28
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 06:30AM	Arrival Time 09:10AM	Duration 2h40	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 07:00AM	Arrival Time 09:55AM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 07:30AM	Arrival Time 09:55AM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:30AM	Arrival Time 10:25AM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:52AM	Arrival Time 12:10PM	Duration 4h18	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 08:00AM	Arrival Time 10:55AM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:10AM	Arrival Time 10:30AM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $23
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 08:30AM	Arrival Time 10:55AM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:52AM	Arrival Time 01:05PM	Duration 4h13	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:00AM	Arrival Time 12:10PM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 09:05AM	Arrival Time 11:30AM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 09:30AM	Arrival Time 12:25PM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:40AM	Arrival Time 12:10PM	Duration 2h30	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:52AM	Arrival Time 02:35PM	Duration 4h43	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:55AM	Arrival Time 02:40PM	Duration 4h45	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $27
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:00AM	Arrival Time 01:20PM	Duration 3h20	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:00AM	Arrival Time 01:05PM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:30AM	Arrival Time 01:35PM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:30AM	Arrival Time 01:40PM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:34AM	Arrival Time 02:40PM	Duration 4h06	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $26
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:40AM	Arrival Time 01:20PM	Duration 2h40	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:45AM	Arrival Time 01:05PM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $16
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:47AM	Arrival Time 03:30PM	Duration 4h43	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $55
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:57AM	Arrival Time 03:10PM	Duration 4h13	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:00AM	Arrival Time 02:35PM	Duration 3h35	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 11:10AM	Arrival Time 01:35PM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 11:30AM	Arrival Time 02:35PM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:39AM	Arrival Time 03:55PM	Duration 4h16	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $26
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:45AM	Arrival Time 02:40PM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:57AM	Arrival Time 04:45PM	Duration 4h48	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:00PM	Arrival Time 03:10PM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $16
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 12:00PM	Arrival Time 04:10PM	Duration 4h10	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 12:10PM	Arrival Time 02:35PM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:12PM	Arrival Time 06:00PM	Duration 5h48	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $58
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:15PM	Arrival Time 04:45PM	Duration 4h30	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $23
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 12:30PM	Arrival Time 03:35PM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 12:40PM	Arrival Time 04:10PM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:45PM	Arrival Time 03:55PM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:52PM	Arrival Time 06:00PM	Duration 5h08	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $55
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 01:00PM	Arrival Time 04:05PM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 01:10PM	Arrival Time 03:35PM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 01:30PM	Arrival Time 04:40PM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:30PM	Arrival Time 04:45PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:35PM	Arrival Time 04:15PM	Duration 2h40	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:39PM	Arrival Time 06:00PM	Duration 4h21	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $26
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:40PM	Arrival Time 06:00PM	Duration 4h20	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $43
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 01:40PM	Arrival Time 04:05PM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:57PM	Arrival Time 06:30PM	Duration 4h33	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:00PM	Arrival Time 07:05PM	Duration 5h05	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $27
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 02:00PM	Arrival Time 06:05PM	Duration 4h05	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 02:05PM	Arrival Time 04:40PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:39PM	Arrival Time 07:15PM	Duration 4h36	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:45PM	Arrival Time 06:00PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:57PM	Arrival Time 07:45PM	Duration 4h48	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:00PM	Arrival Time 06:35PM	Duration 3h35	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 03:00PM	Arrival Time 06:05PM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $11
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:12PM	Arrival Time 08:20PM	Duration 5h08	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $58
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:15PM	Arrival Time 06:30PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $42
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 03:30PM	Arrival Time 06:45PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 03:40PM	Arrival Time 06:05PM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $11
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:45PM	Arrival Time 07:15PM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:57PM	Arrival Time 08:55PM	Duration 4h58	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 04:10PM	Arrival Time 06:45PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:15PM	Arrival Time 07:45PM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 04:30PM	Arrival Time 07:45PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:57PM	Arrival Time 09:25PM	Duration 4h28	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:00PM	Arrival Time 07:45PM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:05PM	Arrival Time 07:35PM	Duration 2h30	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $23
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 05:10PM	Arrival Time 07:45PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:10PM	Arrival Time 07:55PM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:30PM	Arrival Time 08:55PM	Duration 3h25	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $16
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 05:30PM	Arrival Time 08:45PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:39PM	Arrival Time 10:00PM	Duration 4h21	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $26
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:57PM	Arrival Time 10:15PM	Duration 4h18	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:00PM	Arrival Time 09:25PM	Duration 3h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 06:10PM	Arrival Time 08:45PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:15PM	Arrival Time 09:30PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:40PM	Arrival Time 09:15PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:45PM	Arrival Time 09:25PM	Duration 2h40	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:50PM	Arrival Time 10:30PM	Duration 3h40	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $52
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 07:00PM	Arrival Time 10:00PM	Duration 3h00	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $14
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:00PM	Arrival Time 10:15PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $16
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:25PM	Arrival Time 11:30PM	Duration 4h05	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:30PM	Arrival Time 10:45PM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 07:35PM	Arrival Time 10:00PM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $14
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:40PM	Arrival Time 10:15PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 08:00PM	Arrival Time 10:55PM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $10
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:10PM	Arrival Time 12:45AM	Duration 4h35	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $19
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:11PM	Arrival Time 12:55AM	Duration 4h44	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $55
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:18PM	Arrival Time 12:25AM	Duration 4h07	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $27
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 08:30PM	Arrival Time 11:55PM	Duration 3h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:30PM	Arrival Time 11:30PM	Duration 3h00	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:48PM	Arrival Time 12:45AM	Duration 3h57	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $19
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 09:00PM	Arrival Time 11:59PM	Duration 2h59	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:30PM	Arrival Time 12:25AM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $23
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 09:30PM	Arrival Time 11:59PM	Duration 2h29	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:00PM	Arrival Time 12:45AM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $16
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:05PM	Arrival Time 12:25AM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:09PM	Arrival Time 02:30AM	Duration 4h21	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $58
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:10PM	Arrival Time 12:25AM	Duration 2h15	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:14PM	Arrival Time 02:35AM	Duration 4h21	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $31
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:30PM	Arrival Time 01:15AM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:55PM	Arrival Time 01:15AM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:00PM	Arrival Time 02:30AM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $28
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 11:30PM	Arrival Time 03:15AM	Duration 3h45	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:30PM	Arrival Time 02:35AM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:35PM	Arrival Time 02:30AM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:39PM	Arrival Time 04:55AM	Duration 5h16	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $58
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:45PM	Arrival Time 04:55AM	Duration 5h10	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $56
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:49PM	Arrival Time 05:00AM	Duration 5h11	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $45
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 11:55PM	Arrival Time 02:15AM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $9
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 11:59PM	Arrival Time 03:10AM	Duration 3h11	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $12
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:59PM	Arrival Time 04:55AM	Duration 4h56	Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $43

Live departures

London to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Birmingham buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
NX400	Delayed 10:20 AM 6:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station	3h10	9:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA31 · NX400	On time 6:24 AM London, Marble Arch	4h16	10:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	9:55 AM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NX400	Delayed 10:20 AM 7:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station	3h10	10:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	7:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h25	9:55 AM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NXA31 · NX590	7:52 AM London, Marble Arch	4h18	12:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	10:55 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NX400	8:10 AM London, Golders Green Station	2h30	10:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	11:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	8:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h25	10:55 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NXA31 · NX400	On time 8:52 AM London, Marble Arch	4h08	1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX590	9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h10	12:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h25	11:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	12:25 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NX590	9:40 AM London, Golders Green Station	2h30	12:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA1 · NX541	On time 9:55 AM London, Golders Green Station	4h55	2:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX400	Delayed 10:20 AM 10:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h05	1:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NX541	Delayed 12:30 PM 10:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station	3h10	1:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA1 · NX541	On time 10:34 AM London, Marble Arch	4h16	2:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NXA2 · NX707	Delayed 5:55 PM 10:47 AMLondon, Golders Green Station	4h43	5:10 PM 5:10 PMBirmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NXA31 · NX541	On time 10:57 AM London, Marble Arch	4h48	3:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX409	On time 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h50	2:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:10 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h25	1:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h05	2:35 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NXA1 · NX400	On time 11:39 AM London, Marble Arch	4h36	4:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX541	Delayed 12:30 PM 11:45 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station	3h05	2:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA31 · NX541	On time 11:57 AM London, Marble Arch	5h23	5:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	12:00 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station	4h10	4:10 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	12:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h25	2:35 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NXA31 · NX707	On time 12:12 PM London, Marble Arch	5h58	6:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX541	Delayed 12:30 PM 12:15 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station	3h30	3:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h05	3:35 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	12:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	3h30	4:10 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NX400	On time 12:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h30	4:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h05	4:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h25	3:35 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NX541	On time 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h50	5:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h10	4:40 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NX400	1:35 PM London, Golders Green Station	2h40	4:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA1 · NX541	On time 1:39 PM London, Marble Arch	4h51	6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	1:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h25	4:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NX540 · NX541	On time 1:40 PM London, Golders Green Station	4h50	6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NXA31 · NX410	1:57 PM London, Marble Arch	4h38	6:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	4h05	6:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NXA1 · NX541	On time 2:00 PM London, Golders Green Station	5h25	7:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	2:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h35	4:40 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NXA1 · NX541	On time 2:39 PM London, Marble Arch	4h46	7:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX541	On time 2:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h45	6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA31 · NX400	On time 2:57 PM London, Marble Arch	4h58	7:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h05	6:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NX410	3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h35	6:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA31 · NX707	On time 3:12 PM London, Marble Arch	5h08	8:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h15	6:45 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	3:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h25	6:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NX541	On time 3:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h40	7:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA31 · NX541	On time 3:57 PM London, Marble Arch	4h38	8:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	4:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h35	6:45 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NX400	On time 4:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h40	7:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h15	7:45 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NXA31 · NX400	On time 4:57 PM London, Marble Arch	4h28	9:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX541	On time 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h35	8:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX400	5:10 PM London, Golders Green Station	2h45	7:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	5:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h35	7:45 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h15	8:45 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NXA1 · NX410	5:39 PM London, Marble Arch	4h21	10:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NXA31 · NX541	On time 5:57 PM London, Marble Arch	4h33	10:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX400	On time 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h25	9:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	6:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h35	8:45 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NX541	On time 6:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h15	9:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX410	6:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h15	10:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX400	6:45 PM London, Golders Green Station	2h40	9:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX540 · NX541	On time 6:50 PM London, Golders Green Station	3h40	10:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	10:00 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NXA1 · NX541	On time 7:25 PM London, Marble Arch	4h05	11:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX541	On time 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	10:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	7:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h25	10:00 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NX540 · NX541	On time 7:40 PM London, Golders Green Station	3h50	11:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	10:55 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NXA2 · NX400	On time 8:18 PM London, Marble Arch	4h07	12:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX541	On time 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	11:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	8:30 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station	3h25	11:55 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	8:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h25	10:55 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NXA2 · NX400	On time 8:48 PM London, Marble Arch	3h57	12:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h59	11:59 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h55	11:55 PM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h29	11:59 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NX400	On time 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	12:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	12:25 AM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NX400	On time 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h45	12:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h20	12:25 AM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NXA2 · NX422	10:09 PM London, Marble Arch	4h21	2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX400	10:10 PM London, Golders Green Station	2h15	12:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA2 · NX424	10:14 PM London, Marble Arch	4h21	2:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h45	1:15 AM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h20	1:15 AM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NX422	11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h30	2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h45	3:15 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NX424	11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h05	2:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h45	2:15 AM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NXA1 · NX707	On time 11:39 PM London, Marble Arch	5h16	4:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NXA2 · NX707	On time 11:45 PM London, Golders Green Station	5h10	4:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	11:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	2h20	2:15 AM Birmingham	0 transfersDirect
NX440 · NX707	11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	4h56	4:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h11	3:10 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	12:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)	3h10	3:15 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway	0 transfersDirect
NX440 · NX707	12:30 AM London, Golders Green Station	4h25	4:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NXA2 · NX400	4:10 AM London, Golders Green Station	4h45	8:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
NXA2 · NX400	4:44 AM London, Marble Arch	4h11	8:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Birmingham

United Kingdom

Buses from London to Birmingham run on average 65 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.

There are 61 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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

101 miles (163 km)

Average bus duration

2h 37m

Cheapest ticket price

$7 (€6)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

2h 20m

First bus

12:05 AM

Last bus

11:57 PM

Cheapest Month

Oct

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

28 days

Price information

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from London to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between London to Birmingham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 20m

Cheapest Price

$7 (€6)

FlixBus frequency

42 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Learn more about FlixBus

National Express

About

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 45m

Cheapest Price

$11 (€9)

National Express frequency

27 a day

Luggage included

Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

Additional luggage

10€ per additional bag.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.

Bikes

Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Learn more about National Express

Megabus

About

Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 30m

Cheapest Price

$12 (€10)

Megabus frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.

Refund

If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.

Pregnant on board

Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.

Unaccompagned minor

Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.

Seat reservation

Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Complete guide to Birmingham

Things to do in Birmingham

Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.

Must visit

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Major city museum with Pre-Raphaelite art, local history, and rotating exhibitions in a landmark civic building.

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Recommended

Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum

Family-friendly science museum with interactive galleries, a planetarium, and displays on industry and innovation.

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Recommended

Ikon Gallery

Leading contemporary art gallery in Brindleyplace, known for ambitious exhibitions in a restored Victorian school building.

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Pound sterling

Moderate by UK standards. Chain cafes and pubs are affordable, while central hotels and upscale dining cost more.

Average meal costs

Budget: GBP 8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: GBP 18-35 per person at a casual restaurant.
Fine dining: GBP 60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee: GBP 3-4.50 for a cappuccino or latte.

Tipping culture

Service charge may be added in restaurants. If not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxis. Tipping in pubs and cafes is optional.

Buses from London to Birmingham

Making the journey by bus from London to Birmingham is a stress-free way of traveling the 126 miles between the two cities. There are up to ten or more departures a day every day of the week. All of these are direct and take between three and 3.5 hours depending on departure time and traffic conditions. The first bus leaves London Victoria Bus Station early in the morning. The last departure is late evening. All routes terminate at Birmingham Bus Station.

How long is the journey by bus from London to Birmingham?

All buses from London to Birmingham are direct, with journey times that vary from three hours to 3.5 hours. The slightly longer journey time is for departures in peak times.

How many buses are there from London to Birmingham?

There are up to ten buses from London to Birmingham every day of the week. All of these are direct. The first departure from London Victoria Bus Station is in the early morning, with the last bus leaving late in the evening.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Birmingham?

Departure bus station: London Victoria Bus Station. This large and busy terminus in central London is just a short walk away from London Victoria Train Station as well as tourist attractions. Together, the train and bus station is part of Transport for London's network of local and suburban trains, underground services and local buses. Facilities at London Victoria Bus Station include a taxi rank, car parking, a left-luggage office, waiting areas with seating, a ticket office, automated ticket machines, bathrooms, charging points, cash points, and public payphones. There are also kiosk shops including a newsagent and a selection of cafés. Further facilities and services can be found in the streets surrounding the bus station and at Victoria Train Station. There are accessible bathrooms at the bus station and step-free access to most areas.

Arrival bus station: Birmingham Bus Station. This is located on Mill Lane and is a walk of approximately ten minutes from there to the Bullring Shopping center and Birmingham New Street Train Station. Birmingham's local transport network is made up of local trains and buses as well as a tram service. Among the facilities at Birmingham Bus Station are car parking, a taxi rank, a ticket office and automated ticket machines, waiting areas, bathrooms, charging points, WiFi, cash points, public payphones, shops and cafés. Services for the disabled and passengers with limited mobility include quiet spaces, accessible bathrooms, assistive listening and step-free access to all areas.

Which bus providers travel from London to Birmingham?

Buses from London to Birmingham are operated by National Express Bus Services. From its headquarters in Birmingham, the company provides a vast network of routes covering the whole of the United Kingdom.

National Express London to Birmingham

There are up to ten or more National Express buses from London to Birmingham every day of the week. This schedule runs throughout the year except for Christmas Day. All routes are direct with departures starting in the early morning and continuing until late evening. Journey times are between three hours and 3.5 hours.

London to Birmingham Bus: Services on Board

Only Standard tickets are available on routes from London to Birmingham but individual seats can be reserved. National Express operates a fleet of modern and comfortable buses with seats that have generous legroom and hand luggage space either underneath or in an overhead storage rack. Up to two suitcases per passenger (each weighing up to 20 kg) can also be stored in the hold of the Bus. For an extra cost, foldable bicycles can be carried in the hold as well. Facilities in the bus include air-conditioning or heating, power outlets (on some buses), WiFi and a toilet. While pets are not allowed on any National Express bus, certified service animals are welcome when traveling with their owners. There is space for one wheelchair at the front of the bus and an access lift on some newer bus models. The toilet, however, is not accessible to wheelchairs. The dedicated National Express Assisted Travel Team is always available online or by phone to offer advice and help.

FAQs: Bus from London to Birmingham

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Cheap bus tickets from London to Birmingham can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London to Birmingham is $15 (€12) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by bus from London to Birmingham is 2h 20m to travel the 101 miles (163 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest bus from London to Birmingham leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest bus from London to Birmingham leaves at 11:57 PM.

Yes, there are 61 direct buses a day from London to Birmingham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

When taking a bus from London to Birmingham, you can count on National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

When departing from London , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Baker Street Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Marble Arch, London, Golders Green Station, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Lithos Road, London, Gloucester Place (Baker Street Station), London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Kingsland Road / Middleton Road, London, Elephant and Castle, London, Lewisham, London, Eltham, London, New Cross Gate, London, Victoria Rail Station, London, Greenford Roundabout, London, Western Ave / Friary Road, London, Walworth, London, St John's Wood, London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Wembley Stadium (First Way), London, Bow Church Station (Stop A), Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your journey in bus stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Birmingham, Hagley Road West, Birmingham, Brunel Street, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport), Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Walsall, Hatherton Road .Passengers board the bus most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.

A trip to Birmingham from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from London to Birmingham is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London to Birmingham for bus company National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London to Birmingham:

Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Birmingham are:

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, a cultural institution housing a vast collection of art and historical artifacts
Cadbury World, an interactive chocolate-themed attraction offering tours and exhibits
Birmingham Botanical Gardens, a serene 15-acre garden featuring exotic plants and glasshouses
Symphony Hall, a renowned concert venue known for its exceptional acoustics and diverse performances
The Bullring, a major shopping center with a wide range of retail outlets and dining options.

The best things to do in Birmingham include:

Explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, known for its unique shops and vibrant atmosphere
Take a canal boat tour to see the city from a different perspective
Visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, home to a variety of marine life and interactive exhibits
Enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome, one of the busiest theatres in the UK
Discover the rich history of the city at the Birmingham Back to Backs, a preserved 19th-century courtyard of working people's houses.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London to Birmingham depends on the bus companies:

Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express, FlixBus.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London to Birmingham.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London to Birmingham:

Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London to Birmingham:

Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London to Birmingham. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from London to Birmingham with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London to Birmingham with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London to Birmingham with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

Since neither London nor Birmingham are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Birmingham among Omio's users.

The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.

In Birmingham, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in busy areas like shopping districts and public transport hubs. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers and fake charity collectors. It's advisable to use licensed taxis, keep valuables secure, and remain alert in crowded places to avoid these risks.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular bus stations from London to Birmingham

Most London to Birmingham buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare London and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in London

Arrival bus stations in Birmingham

Which London station do buses to Birmingham leave from?

Buses from London to Birmingham leave from London, Victoria Coach Station. The station is 1 miles (2 km) from London city centre at 164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom.

London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre

London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · $13 · every ~4 min

148 · 17m · $2 · every ~30 min

24 · 25m · $2 · every ~25 min

38, N38 · 30m · $2 · every ~46 min

A8 · 30m · $1 · every ~10 min

390 · 35m · $2 · every ~26 min

London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services

London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre

BusN113 · 22m · $2 · every ~2 min

A1, A31, A2, A6 · 25m · $1 · every ~6 min

757 · 28m · $5 · every ~9 min

A31, A1, A2, A6 · 30m · $1 · every ~6 min

Uk023, Ukx010, Ukn21, Ukn10, Uk003, Uk014, Uk008, Ukn11, Uk010, Uk020, Uk004, Uk021, Uk001, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn30, Uk030, Uk005, Uk002, Ukn31 · 40m · $1 · every ~9 min

13 · 41m · $5 · every ~28 min

SubwayJubilee · 12m · $7 · every ~68 min

Jubilee · 12m · $6 · every ~68 min

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, Hounslow, TW6 1EW, London, UK Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 4, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 21m · $43 · every ~3 min

Elizabeth · 41m · $21 · every ~8 min

BusUkn14, Ukn02, Uk043, Uk042, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn49 · 50m · $2 · every ~1 min

Ukxn10 · 50m · $4 · every ~1 min

N9 · 1h 11m · $2 · every ~4 min

SubwayPiccadilly · 48m · $26 · every ~27 min

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Longford, Hounslow TW6 2GA, UK Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 from London city centre

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 22m · $43

Elizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 22m · $43

BusUk061 · 1h 5m · $4 · every ~1 min

035, 025, 030, 032, A40 · 1h 10m · $6 · every ~12 min

025, 030, 032, 035, A40 · 1h 10m · $6 · every ~12 min

N9 · 1h 22m · $2 · every ~4 min

SubwayPiccadilly · 53m · $28 · every ~27 min

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 bus station facilities and services

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, Hounslow, TW6 3XA, London, UK Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 from London city centre

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 is 22 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth · 34m · $21 · every ~7 min

Elizabeth · 40m · $23 · every ~7 min

BusUkxn10 · 1h 13m · $4 · every ~1 min

A40 · 1h 30m · $7

SubwayPiccadilly · 46m · $26 · every ~24 min

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 bus station facilities and services

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret A Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4: Elevators, ramps, assistance.

London, Marble Arch

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Marble Arch from London city centre

Bus23 · 11m · $5 · every ~25 min

94 · 15m · $2 · every ~29 min

23 · 17m · $5 · every ~25 min

N113, 139 · 20m · $2 · every ~29 min

N207 · 21m · $2 · every ~6 min

SubwayCentral · 4m · $2 · every ~95 min

London, Golders Green StationNo. 1-7 Golders Green Rd, London NW11 8DY, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Golders Green Station from London city centre

London, Golders Green Station is 8 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus13 · 40m · $5 · every ~28 min

N5 · 41m · $2 · every ~3 min

139 · 1h 6m · $2 · every ~27 min

SubwayNorthern · 29m · $10 · every ~35 min

London, Golders Green Station bus station facilities and services

London, Golders Green Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), McDonald's (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the ticket office.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Golders Green Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Golders Green Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Golders Green Station: Elevators, ramps.

London, York Road (London Eye)47 York Rd, London SE1 7NJ, UK Accessibility

City-centre transport

Getting to London, York Road (London Eye) from London city centre

Bus159, N109, N381 · 11m · $5 · every ~33 min

London, York Road (London Eye) bus station facilities and services

London, York Road (London Eye) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, York Road (London Eye): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre

BusN11, N44 · 11m · $13 · every ~4 min

148 · 14m · $2 · every ~30 min

38, N38 · 16m · $2 · every ~46 min

24 · 23m · $2 · every ~25 min

390 · 31m · $2 · every ~26 min

A8 · 33m · $1 · every ~10 min

London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road from London city centre

BusN343, N89 · 9m · $20 · every ~5 min

N381 · 10m · $2 · every ~2 min

London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)London, Bishopsgate, EC2M 4NR, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G) from London city centre

London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G) is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusA8 · 20m · $1 · every ~11 min

26, N26 · 21m · $5 · every ~27 min

SubwayCentral · 13m · $4 · every ~94 min

London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G) bus station facilities and services

London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and concourse area.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G): Elevators, ramps.

London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) from London city centre

TrainElizabeth · 7m · $2 · every ~21 min

BusN118, N18 · 22m · $5 · every ~6 min

36 · 27m · $28 · every ~29 min

N205 · 32m · $5 · every ~2 min

46 · 1h 19m · $2 · every ~19 min

SubwayBakerloo · 12m · $5 · every ~65 min

London, Lithos Road

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Lithos Road from London city centre

Bus13 · 24m · $5 · every ~28 min

N113 · 25m · $2 · every ~2 min

757 · 34m · $5 · every ~9 min

A31, A1, A2, A6 · 36m · $1 · every ~11 min

Uk023, Ukx010, Ukn21, Ukn10, Uk003, Uk014, Uk008, Ukn11, Uk010, Uk020, Uk004, Uk021, Uk001, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn30, Uk030, Uk005, Uk002, Ukn31 · 45m · $1 · every ~9 min

SubwayJubilee · 19m · $7 · every ~68 min

Jubilee · 19m · $6 · every ~68 min

London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester PlaceLondon Baker Street (Gloucester Place), Gloucester Place 139, NW1 5AL

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place from London city centre

BusN18, N118 · 18m · $5 · every ~6 min

453 · 22m · $17 · every ~30 min

A1, A31, A2 · 22m · $1 · every ~11 min

N113, 139 · 25m · $2 · every ~29 min

SubwayBakerloo · 14m · $4 · every ~65 min

London, Hammersmith Bridge Road

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Hammersmith Bridge Road from London city centre

BusN9 · 21m · $2 · every ~4 min

702 · 28m · $2 · every ~5 min

N9 · 28m · $2 · every ~4 min

N97 · 32m · $45 · every ~3 min

9, N9 · 44m · $2 · every ~26 min

27, N27 · 47m · $2 · every ~26 min

SubwayPiccadilly · 17m · $7 · every ~91 min

London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station from London city centre

TrainLondon Liverpool Street - Hertford East, London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North, London Liverpool Street - Cambridge, London Liverpool Street - Audley End, London Liverpool Street - Ely, London Liverpool Street - Broxbourne, London Liverpool Street - Bishops Stortford, London Liverpool Street - Waltham Cross · 12m · $21 · every ~9 min

London Liverpool Street - Bishops Stortford, London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North, London Liverpool Street - Cambridge, London Liverpool Street - Hertford East, London Liverpool Street - Ely, London Liverpool Street - Broxbourne, London Liverpool Street - Waltham Cross, London Liverpool Street - Audley End · 12m · $21 · every ~9 min

BusN73 · 27m · $2 · every ~3 min

A8 · 30m · $1 · every ~11 min

SubwayVictoria · 17m · $12 · every ~30 min

London, Elephant and Castle

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Elephant and Castle from London city centre

BusN343, 176, N171 · 10m · $2 · every ~34 min

148 · 14m · $2 · every ~30 min

N343, N89, 176, 12 · 14m · $20 · every ~59 min

N53 · 14m · $5 · every ~3 min

SubwayBakerloo · 14m · $2 · every ~64 min

London, Lewisham

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Lewisham from London city centre

TrainWest Hampstead Thameslink - Rainham, Luton - Rainham, Bedford - Rainham, Luton - Gillingham · 17m · $5

London Charing Cross - Hayes, London Charing Cross - Sevenoaks, London Charing Cross - Dartford, London Charing Cross - Chislehurst, London Charing Cross - Sidcup, London Charing Cross - Gravesend, London Charing Cross - Orpington, London Charing Cross - London Cannon Street, London Charing Cross - Bromley South, London Charing Cross - Slade Green, London Charing Cross - Lewisham · 18m · $5 · every ~16 min

Dlr · 29m · $2 · every ~30 min

BusBl1 · 32m · $44 · every ~21 min

47 · 41m · $5 · every ~22 min

N199 · 42m · $5 · every ~2 min

London, Eltham

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Eltham from London city centre

TrainLondon Charing Cross - Dartford, London Charing Cross - Slade Green · 26m · $7 · every ~3 min

West Hampstead Thameslink - Rainham, Luton - Rainham, Bedford - Rainham, Luton - Gillingham · 27m · $7

London Victoria - Gravesend, London Victoria - Dartford · 33m · $9 · every ~4 min

BusN21 · 58m · $90 · every ~2 min

London, New Cross Gate

City-centre transport

Getting to London, New Cross Gate from London city centre

TrainLondon Bridge - London Victoria, London Bridge - Streatham Hill, London Bridge - Sutton, London Bridge - East Croydon, London Bridge - Caterham, London Bridge - West Croydon · 5m · $2 · every ~5 min

London Victoria - London Bridge · 45m · $11 · every ~4 min

BusN136 · 22m · $5 · every ~2 min

453 · 37m · $5 · every ~30 min

453, N89, N21, N343, N136 · 41m · $43 · every ~39 min

London, Victoria Rail Station

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Rail Station from London city centre

BusN11, N44 · 9m · $13 · every ~4 min

C10 · 21m · $2 · every ~29 min

A8 · 30m · $1 · every ~10 min

London, Walworth

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Walworth from London city centre

Bus176, N171 · 13m · $2 · every ~31 min

148 · 22m · $2 · every ~30 min

N89, 176, 12 · 23m · $24 · every ~57 min

London, St John's Wood

City-centre transport

Getting to London, St John's Wood from London city centre

BusN113 · 17m · $2 · every ~2 min

13 · 30m · $5 · every ~28 min

A1, A31, A2, A6 · 32m · $1 · every ~11 min

SubwayJubilee · 9m · $6 · every ~68 min

Jubilee · 9m · $5 · every ~68 min

London, Wembley Stadium (First Way)

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Wembley Stadium (First Way) from London city centre

BusN118, N18 · 1h 2m · $5 · every ~6 min

206 · 1h 9m · $7 · every ~17 min

SubwayJubilee · 37m · $16 · every ~52 min

Bakerloo · 55m · $18 · every ~35 min

London, Bow Church Station (Stop A)

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Bow Church Station (Stop A) from London city centre

BusN25 · 33m · $5 · every ~8 min

SubwayDistrict · 23m · $7 · every ~66 min

London, Gatwick Airport Terminal SouthGatwick Airport, South Terminal, Horley, Gatwick RH6 0NP, UK Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South from London city centre

London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Victoria - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Eastbourne, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Arundel, London Victoria - Polegate, London Victoria - Lewes, London Victoria - Chichester, London Victoria - Angmering, London Victoria - Hastings, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - Gatwick Airport, London Victoria - Horsham, London Victoria - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Worthing, London Victoria - Barnham · 37m · $32 · every ~12 min

Bus025, A2 · 2h 5m · $17 · every ~5 min

025, A2 · 2h 5m · $17 · every ~5 min

Shuttle2h 25m · $20 · every ~3 min

London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South bus station facilities and services

London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Wagamama (in the station)

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South: Elevators, ramps.

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Which Birmingham station do buses from London arrive at?

Buses from London to Birmingham most often arrive at Birmingham, Coach Station. Some services arrive at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Birmingham arrival station.

Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre

Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 97, 6, X2, 3, 97A, 2, 4A, 5, X1 · 4m · $2 · every ~191 min

X2, 4A, X1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5 · 13m · $2 · every ~149 min

Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

Birmingham, Great Charles Street QueenswayBirmingham Great Charles Street Queensway, Great Charles Street Queensway 145, B3 3LT

City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre

Bus822, X8, 12, 24, 126, 13, 23, X10, 829, 9 · 2m · $2 · every ~153 min

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Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)

City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre

TrainRugeley Trent Valley - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Coventry, Birmingham New Street - Northampton, Walsall - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Milton Keynes Central, Birmingham New Street - Rugby, Liverpool Lime Street - Coventry, Wolverhampton - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham International · 14m · $6 · every ~8 min

BusUk920, Uk025 · 25m · $1

X1 · 27m · $5 · every ~5 min

X1 · 29m · $5 · every ~5 min

X12 · 1h 10m · $5 · every ~8 min

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