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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr804. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr804, and a train costs an average of kr6433.

Distance: 838 miles (1349 km)

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kr1471

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kr6491

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kr765

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6h 37m

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22h 42m

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19h 21m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of kr1437.

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

A bus is kr33 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Birmingham costing on average kr1471.

A bus is kr5053 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Birmingham costing on average kr6491.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Birmingham is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Train takes on average 22h 12m.

Bus takes on average 30h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Birmingham including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Birmingham among Omio's users.

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from Madrid to Birmingham

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:45 PM39h10
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    9:55 AMBirmingham
    kr20131One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:45 PM39h10
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    9:55 AMBirmingham
    kr20131One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF1401 · AF1164
    6:00 AM4h30
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    9:30 AMBirmingham International Airport
    kr78651One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM36h31
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    11:30 AMBirmingham
    kr20361One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM38h36
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    1:35 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    kr21281One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:35 PM36h55
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    11:30 AMBirmingham
    kr23771One-way
    3 transfers
  • KLMKL1508 · KL1041
    8:30 PM13h05
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:35 AMBirmingham International Airport
    kr25701One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1506 · KL1051
    5:20 PM5h05
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    9:25 PMBirmingham International Airport
    kr27551One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1504 · KL1051
    1:05 PM9h20
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    9:25 PMBirmingham International Airport
    kr27551One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Birmingham

Travel to Birmingham 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 Madrid to Birmingham.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Birmingham including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of kr1437.

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

A bus is kr33 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Birmingham costing on average kr1471.

A bus is kr5053 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Birmingham costing on average kr6491.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Birmingham is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Train takes on average 22h 12m.

Bus takes on average 30h 52m.

The distance from Madrid to Birmingham is approximately 838 miles (1349 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Birmingham is:
  • Around 38 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Birmingham:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Birmingham International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe Viajeros to go to Birmingham by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Birmingham by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair, KLM, Vueling, Air France, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Pascan Aviation to go to Birmingham by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Birmingham:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid 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.
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