London to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 14 Aug

Cheapest price

13S$

Average price

31S$

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

2 h 19 m

Buses per day

122

Distance

163 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Birmingham will cost around 31S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 13S$.

Fast coaches

Of the 122 buses that leave London for Birmingham every day 84 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These 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 .

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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 PM2h55
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:25 AMBirmingham
    13 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:05 PM2h20
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    12:25 AMBirmingham
    13 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:30 PM2h45
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    1:15 AMBirmingham
    14 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:55 PM2h20
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    1:15 AMBirmingham
    14 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM2h59
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    11:59 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    16 S$1One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from 9S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 9S$, and a train costs an average of 22S$.

Distance: 163 km

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Most popular
Train

19S$

Average Price

Cheapest

45S$

Average Price

3h 7m

Average total duration

2h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Live departures

London to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Birmingham coaches for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus4:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h35
6:45 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4004:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
7:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
7:45 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4005:00 PM London, Golders Green Station
2h45
7:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h35
7:45 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
8:45 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5415:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h25
8:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA31 · NX5415:57 PM London, Marble Arch
4h18
10:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX4006:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h25
9:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h35
8:45 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4006:45 PM London, Golders Green Station
2h40
9:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h00
10:00 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5417:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
10:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA1 · NX5417:25 PM London, Marble Arch
4h05
11:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX4107:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
10:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
10:00 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5417:40 PM London, Golders Green Station
2h35
10:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
10:55 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA2 · NX4008:10 PM London, Golders Green Station
4h35
12:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA1 · NX7078:11 PM London, Golders Green Station
4h44
12:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus8:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
10:55 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:30 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
3h25
11:55 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5418:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h00
11:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA2 · NX4008:48 PM London, Marble Arch
3h57
12:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
2h59
11:59 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
11:55 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h55
11:55 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h29
11:59 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
11:55 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
12:25 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX40010:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
2h45
12:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h20
12:25 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA2 · NX42210:09 PM London, Marble Arch
4h21
2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · NX42410:14 PM London, Marble Arch
4h21
2:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
2h45
1:15 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h20
1:15 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX42211:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h45
3:15 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
2h45
2:15 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX42411:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
2:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX42211:35 PM London, Golders Green Station
2h55
2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA1 · NX70711:39 PM London, Marble Arch
5h16
4:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · NX70711:45 PM London, Golders Green Station
5h10
4:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · NX42111:49 PM London, Marble Arch
5h11
5:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h20
2:15 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h11
3:10 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:59 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
2h56
2:55 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
Friday, 14 August
FlixBusFlixBus12:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3h10
3:15 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA1 · NX70712:05 AM London, Golders Green Station
4h50
4:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · NX42112:15 AM London, Golders Green Station
4h45
5:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus12:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h30
2:55 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA2 · NX42112:49 AM London, Marble Arch
4h11
5:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus1:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
4:25 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4212:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h00
5:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h20
4:25 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA2 · NX4004:10 AM London, Golders Green Station
5h00
9:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · NX4004:44 AM London, Marble Arch
4h26
9:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX4006:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h10
9:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA31 · NX4006:24 AM London, Marble Arch
4h16
10:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX035 · NX2106:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h45
10:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
9:55 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4007:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h10
10:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
9:55 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA31 · NX5907:52 AM London, Marble Arch
4h18
12:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
10:55 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4008:10 AM London, Golders Green Station
2h30
10:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
10:55 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h00
11:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA31 · NX4008:52 AM London, Marble Arch
4h08
1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX5909:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h10
12:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
11:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
12:25 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5909:40 AM London, Golders Green Station
2h30
12:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA1 · NX5419:55 AM London, Golders Green Station
4h55
2:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX40010:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h00
1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
1:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX54110:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h10
1:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA1 · NX54110:34 AM London, Marble Arch
4h16
2:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA2 · NX70710:47 AM London, Golders Green Station
4h43
3:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA31 · NX54110:57 AM London, Marble Arch
4h48
3:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX40911:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h50
2:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:10 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
1:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
2:35 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA1 · NX40011:39 AM London, Marble Arch
4h36
4:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX54111:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
2:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h00
2:45 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA31 · NX54111:57 AM London, Marble Arch
5h23
5:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus12:00 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
4h10
4:10 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
2:35 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA31 · NX70712:12 PM London, Marble Arch
5h58
6:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX54112:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
3:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:20 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
2:45 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
3:35 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3h30
4:10 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX40012:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
4:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
4:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
3:35 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5411:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h50
5:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h10
4:40 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4001:35 PM London, Golders Green Station
2h40
4:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA1 · NX5411:39 PM London, Marble Arch
4h51
6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus1:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
4:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX540 · NX5411:40 PM London, Golders Green Station
4h50
6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA31 · NX4101:57 PM London, Marble Arch
4h38
6:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
4h05
6:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA1 · NX5412:00 PM London, Golders Green Station
5h25
7:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus2:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h35
4:40 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA1 · NX5412:39 PM London, Marble Arch
4h46
7:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX5412:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h45
6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA31 · NX4002:57 PM London, Marble Arch
4h58
7:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
6:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4103:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h35
6:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA31 · NX7073:12 PM London, Marble Arch
5h18
8:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
6:45 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h25
6:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5413:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
3h40
7:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect

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Why should you book London to Birmingham coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as FlixBus or Megabus offer coaches services from London to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to Birmingham.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London to Birmingham.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Birmingham.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London to Birmingham.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Birmingham.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Birmingham

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Buses from London to Birmingham run on average 65 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 9S$ if you book in advance.

There are 61 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 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
163 km
Average bus duration
2h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
9S$
Buses per day
65
Direct buses
61
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
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

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 9S$. 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
9S$
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.

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
14S$
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.

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 $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
15S$
Megabus frequency
3 a day

FAQs: London to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Birmingham by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Birmingham can start from as little as 9S$ when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Birmingham is 19S$; 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 coach from London to Birmingham is 2h 20m to travel the 163 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Birmingham leaves at 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Birmingham leaves at 11:57 pm.
Yes, there are 61 direct coaches a day from London to Birmingham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach 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 coach companies who offer a service between London and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from London , you have various coach station options to start your trip 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, Victoria Green Line Coach Station, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), Hendon Central - Bus Stop F (Northbound), London, Lithos Road, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Kingsland Road / Middleton Road, London, Elephant and Castle, London, Lewisham, London, Gloucester Place (Baker Street Station), 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), Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal), London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your trip in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Birmingham, Hagley Road West, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport), Birmingham, Brunel Street, Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Walsall, Hatherton Road .Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach 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 coach 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 coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Birmingham for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Birmingham depends on the coach companies:
  • 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 coach with coach 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Birmingham:
  • 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 coach ticket from London to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach 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 coach from London to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and 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 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 KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
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 · 17S$ · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · 3S$ · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · 3S$ · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · 3S$ · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · 2S$ · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · 3S$ · 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, Baker Street StationLondon Baker Street Station, London NW1 5AL, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Baker Street Station from London city centre

London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

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London, Baker Street Station bus station facilities and services

London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.

London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
City-centre transport

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

BusN113 · 22m · 3S$ · every ~2 min
A1, A31, A2, A6 · 25m · 2S$ · every ~6 min
757 · 28m · 6S$ · every ~9 min
A31, A1, A2, A6 · 30m · 2S$ · every ~6 min
Uk023, Ukx010, Ukn21, Ukn10, Uk003, Uk014, Uk008, Ukn11, Uk010, Uk020, Uk004, Uk021, Uk001, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn30, Uk030, Uk005, Uk002, Ukn31 · 40m · 2S$ · every ~9 min
13 · 41m · 6S$ · every ~28 min
SubwayJubilee · 12m · 9S$ · every ~68 min
Jubilee · 12m · 8S$ · every ~68 min

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