Manchester to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Birmingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 28 Sept

Cheapest price on 28 Sept

7Rp

Average ticket price on 28 Sept

15Rp

Fastest journey on 28 Sept

1 h 50 m

Average journey duration on 28 Sept

2 h 3 m

Buses on 28 Sept

32

Distance

113 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to Birmingham will cost around 15Rp if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 7Rp.

Fast coaches

On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 32 buses from Manchester to Birmingham, including 32 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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
    7:10 AM2h30
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    9:40 AMBirmingham
    7 Rp1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:10 AM2h35
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    12:45 PMBirmingham
    7 Rp1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 PM2h20
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    10:20 PMBirmingham
    7 Rp1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:30 PM2h30
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    8:00 PMBirmingham
    7 Rp1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 AM3h30
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    1:00 PMBirmingham
    7 Rp1One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Manchester to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus12:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
2h30
2:50 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4212:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station
1h50
4:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
1h55
4:45 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1814:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station
2h10
6:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5415:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station
2h30
8:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1207:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station
2h30
9:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:10 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
2h30
9:40 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5417:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station
2h20
9:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:20 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
2h55
11:15 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:40 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
2h35
11:15 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5419:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station
2h25
11:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
3h30
1:00 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:10 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
2h35
12:45 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX54110:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station
2h25
12:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX12111:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station
2h25
1:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
2h30
2:40 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX54112:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2h15
2:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5411:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2h25
3:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5902:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2h10
4:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1212:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2h35
4:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
2h30
5:00 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5412:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2h35
5:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
2h20
5:50 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5413:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2h35
6:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1215:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2h30
7:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
2h30
8:00 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1207:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2h15
9:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
2h20
10:20 PM Birmingham0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1209:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2h10
11:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX42211:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2h50
2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX42411:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station
2h50
2:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:59 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
2h51
2:50 AM Birmingham0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Manchester to Birmingham coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Manchester to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester 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 to find the best option for your trip from Manchester 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 Manchester 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 to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Birmingham.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Birmingham.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Birmingham

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Buses from Manchester to Birmingham run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 5Rp if you book in advance.

There are 29 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 113 km distance in 1h 30m.

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
113 km
Average bus duration
2h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
5Rp
Buses per day
29
Direct buses
29
Fastest bus
1h 30m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
42 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 from Manchester to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Birmingham with National Express, FlixBus for as low as 5Rp. 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 FlixBus Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
5Rp
FlixBus frequency
13 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 National Express Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest National Express Price
8Rp
National Express frequency
19 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.

FAQs: Manchester to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Birmingham can start from as little as 5Rp when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Birmingham is 14Rp; 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 Manchester to Birmingham is 1h 30m to travel the 113 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 Manchester to Birmingham leaves at 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Manchester to Birmingham leaves at 11:55 pm.
Yes, there are 29 direct coaches a day from Manchester to Birmingham with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Manchester to Birmingham, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Manchester , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your trip in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport), Birmingham, Hagley Road West, Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Manchester 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 Manchester to Birmingham for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Manchester to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Birmingham

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

Departure bus stations in Manchester
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham

Which Manchester station do buses to Birmingham leave from?

Buses from Manchester to Birmingham leave from Manchester, Coach Station. The station is from Manchester city centre at Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom.
Manchester, Coach StationChorlton St, Manchester M1 3JF, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 33, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 1m · 2Rp · every ~231 min

Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Manchester, 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: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

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

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.

Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeShudehill Interchange, Manchester M4 2AF, United KingdomWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre

Bus163, 118, 119, 18, 112, 114, 117, 81 · 3m · 2Rp · every ~69 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 2m · 2Rp · every ~23 min

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

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

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.

Manchester, AirportManchester Airport, Manchester M90 3RR, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · 5Rp · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · 1Rp · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · 2Rp · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · 2Rp · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · 4Rp · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · 4Rp · every ~8 min

Manchester, Airport bus station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.

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