How to travel from Liverpool to Birmingham

There are 2 options to travel between Liverpool and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.

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

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

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Birmingham costing on average $36 (€29).

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 50m.

The distance from Liverpool to Birmingham is approximately 78 miles (126 km).

The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Birmingham is:

• Around 39 buses per day.
• Around 10 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Liverpool to Birmingham:

• Trains mostly depart from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
• Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place and arrive in Birmingham, Coach Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Birmingham by bus.
• Travel with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Mersey Rail, West Midlands Trains to go to Birmingham by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Liverpool to Birmingham with the following travel companies:

• 13 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
• 6 direct trains per day with West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.

Omio customers who travel from Liverpool to Birmingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Edinburgh, Manchester, Glasgow. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Birmingham and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Birmingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.

Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.