How much is the bus ticket from Coventry to Birmingham?

The cheapest coach tickets from Coventry to Birmingham start from £5. The average price for this route is around £8. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Coventry to Birmingham?

The average bus journey time from Coventry to Birmingham is 45m, covering a distance of 17 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 20m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Coventry to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Coventry to Birmingham?

The earliest bus departs from Coventry to Birmingham at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Coventry to Birmingham?

A bus journey from Coventry to Birmingham produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Coventry to Birmingham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29818 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Coventry to Birmingham?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Coventry to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Coventry to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Coventry to Birmingham from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:20	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	35m	23:55	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	12:30	Pool Meadow Bus Station	25m	12:55	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	10:35	Pool Meadow Bus Station	55m	11:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:35	Pool Meadow Bus Station	55m	11:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30	Pool Meadow Bus Station	1h	13:30	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	35m	02:30	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:20	Pool Meadow Bus Station	20m	04:40	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Pool Meadow Bus Station	45m	00:55	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:35	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	40m	03:15	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	00:10	Pool Meadow Bus Station	45m	00:55	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:35	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	40m	03:15	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	04:20	Pool Meadow Bus Station	20m	04:40	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Pool Meadow Bus Station	45m	00:55	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	23:20	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	35m	23:55	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	00:10	Pool Meadow Bus Station	45m	00:55	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:35	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	40m	03:15	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	04:20	Pool Meadow Bus Station	20m	04:40	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Pool Meadow Bus Station	45m	00:55	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	23:20	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	35m	23:55	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	00:10	Pool Meadow Bus Station	45m	00:55	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:35	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	40m	03:15	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	04:20	Pool Meadow Bus Station	20m	04:40	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Pool Meadow Bus Station	45m	00:55	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	23:20	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	35m	23:55	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	00:10	Pool Meadow Bus Station	45m	00:55	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:35	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	40m	03:15	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	04:20	Pool Meadow Bus Station	20m	04:40	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Pool Meadow Bus Station	45m	00:55	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	23:20	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	35m	23:55	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	00:10	Pool Meadow Bus Station	45m	00:55	Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Coventry to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

30mAverage duration

17 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £15	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £14	Average duration26m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £4	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Coventry and Birmingham?

Stops in Coventry

A
Pool Meadow Bus Station
Priory Street, Coventry CV1
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B
Coventry - Hales St. Bus Station
Hales St, Coventry CV1, UK
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C
Coventry
Tesco Extra, Coventry CV2 2SH, UK
Map

Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
Map
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
Map
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
Map

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,837 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and missed connecting buses due to late arrivals. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews.

National Express Coventry Birmingham recent customer reviews

The bus didn't arrive. I didn't get on it. Frustrating

Kehinde R.

6 April 2024

Awful. Load music. Racist comments. Vile journey

Paul O.

30 September 2023

very bad, bus was late so i missed another one from birmingham.

Ewelina C.

3 June 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,985 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,301 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Coventry to Birmingham

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Coventry to Birmingham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Coventry to Birmingham start from £5. The average price for this route is around £8. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Coventry to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Coventry to Birmingham is 45m, covering a distance of 17 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 20m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Coventry to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Coventry to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Coventry to Birmingham at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Coventry to Birmingham?
A bus journey from Coventry to Birmingham produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Coventry to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29818 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Coventry to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Coventry to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Coventry to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/01

£4

09/01

£4

Today

£4

11/01

£4

12/01

£4

13/01

£4

14/01

£4

15/01

£4

The cheapest trip from Coventry to Birmingham was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of £4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Coventry to Birmingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £4 to £9 for a bus ticket from Coventry to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2026-01-12.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.