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Today19 Apr
from US$26
Tomorrow20 Apr
from US$24
Sun21 Apr
from US$26
Mon22 Apr
from US$27
Tue23 Apr
from US$21
Wed24 Apr
from US$21
Thu25 Apr
from US$10
Fri26 Apr

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

Cheapest trips
Fastest trips
08:25
8h10m
16:35
Edinburgh - Bus Station
CheapestFastest
Birmingham - Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Cheapest
Fastest
09:55
9h40m
19:35
Edinburgh - Bus Station
2nd Cheapest
Birmingham - Coach Station
2nd Cheapest
10:45
13h20m
00:05
Edinburgh - Bus Station
Birmingham - Birmingham Airport - BHX
21:10
9h10m
06:20
Edinburgh - Bus Station
Birmingham - Birmingham Airport - BHX
08:45
9h40m
18:25
Edinburgh - Bus Station
Birmingham - Coach Station
Bus Edinburgh to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Bus Edinburgh to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$32
Average bus trip duration9h 40m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure06:35
Distance246 miles
Latest bus departure23:40

Edinburgh to Birmingham buses

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

Bus service from Edinburgh to Birmingham will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Edinburgh to Birmingham, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses13
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures06:35 - 23:40
Minimum PriceUS$18
Average Ticket PriceUS$32
Minimum Trip Duration8h10m
Average Bus Trip Duration9h40m
Distance246 miles
Bus companies on this routeNational Express, FlixBus, Infobus, Megabus UK
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Edinburgh - Birmingham

The average bus ticket price from Edinburgh to Birmingham is US$32. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Edinburgh and Birmingham is around 9h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 246 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Edinburgh to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Infobus.

Buses travelling between Edinburgh and Birmingham leave from Bus Station or Edinburgh Airport and arrive at Coach Station, Birmingham Airport, Bearwood.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
17/04
US$18
18/04
US$18
Today
US$19
20/04
US$19
21/04
US$19
22/04
US$19
23/04
US$18
24/04
US$18
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham was searched and found on 17 Apr 2024 with a price of US$18

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

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$51 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2024-04-23.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Edinburgh to Birmingham.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Edinburgh to Birmingham, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Edinburgh to Birmingham that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Edinburgh to Birmingham, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle typeTravel timeAvg priceDaily departures
Vehicle typeBusTravel time9h 40mAvg priceUS$32Daily departures13
Vehicle typeTrainTravel time5hAvg priceUS$157Daily departures9
Vehicle typeCarpoolTravel time6h 30mAvg priceUS$56Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Edinburgh and Birmingham is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$32 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$13. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Birmingham, choose the bus, as it will take you from Edinburgh to Birmingham in about 5h – that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Edinburgh by bus?

Bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh

You can also go to Birmingham by train

Train from Edinburgh to Birmingham

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