How to travel from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth

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Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Great Yarmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, while a flight costs an average of €1,020.

Distance: 152 miles (246 km)

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€62

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€1,020

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€64

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4h 21m

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3h 51m

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7h 45m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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National Express

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Compare ways to travel from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth

Compare the available ways to get from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth is a bus with an average price of €60.

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth:

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth costing on average €62.

A bus is €960 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth costing on average €1,020.

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to Great Yarmouth take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 40m.

Bus takes on average 7h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Great Yarmouth including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €62 compared to roughly €64 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €2. The journey takes 3h 51m versus 3h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth

How to get from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX777 · NX727
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX777 · NX727
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG00806+East Midlands RailwayC04347+Greater AngliaP01835
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Greater AngliaP01254 · P01841+TubeTube from London Euston to London Liverpool Street+Avanti West CoastW34271
    3 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP01220 · P01820+TubeTube from London Euston to Stratford (London)+Avanti West CoastW34056
    3 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP01220 · P01820+TubeTube from London Euston to Stratford (London)+Avanti West CoastW34019
    3 transfers
  • National ExpressNX410 · NX491
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX777 · NX727
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX777 · NX727
    1 transfer
  • LoganairBA7814 · BA7832
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth

Travel to Great Yarmouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth.

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There are 2 options to travel between Birmingham and Great Yarmouth including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth is a bus with an average price of €60.

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth:

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth costing on average €62.

A bus is €960 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth costing on average €1,020.

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to Great Yarmouth take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 40m.

Bus takes on average 7h 45m.

The distance from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth is approximately 152 miles (246 km).
The average frequency per day from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Birmingham and Great Yarmouth as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth:
  • Flights mostly depart from Birmingham International Airport and arrive in Norwich International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and arrive in Great Yarmouth station (GYM).
  • Buses mostly depart from Birmingham, Coach Station and arrive in Great Yarmouth, Regent Rd (Market Gates Stand A).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Great Yarmouth by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast to go to Great Yarmouth by train.
  • Travel with Loganair to go to Great Yarmouth by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth:
  • 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Birmingham to Great Yarmouth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Norwich, London Liverpool Street (LST), Stratford (London) (SRA), London Stansted Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Great Yarmouth and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Great Yarmouth to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Three days are typically sufficient to explore Great Yarmouth, allowing time to enjoy its beaches, visit the Pleasure Beach amusement park, and explore local attractions such as the Sea Life Centre and the Time and Tide Museum.

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