Bus from Birmingham to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to London on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Great Charles Street Queensway
Victoria Coach StationCheapest
FlixbusBus
Great Charles Street Queensway
M1 London Gateway Service AreaFastest
National ExpressBus
    		Coach Station
    		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Great Charles Street Queensway
    		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
    MegabusBus
      		Brunel Street
      		Victoria Coach StationNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to London

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      2carpool per day
      2h 10mAverage duration
      163 kmDistance
      7kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average priceR 147 - R 1 963Average duration3h 35m
      4kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average priceR 171 - R 4 121Average duration2h 2m
      4kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average priceR 136 - R 557Average duration2h 10m
      7kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to London by bus

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to London?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to London start at R 147. The average price for this route is around R 303. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to London?

        The average bus journey time from Birmingham to London is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 153 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to London route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 161 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to London?

        The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to London at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to London?

        A bus trip from Birmingham to London produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

      6. What is the best bus company from Birmingham to London?

        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 29742 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to London?

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

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to London?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to London?

        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
      04/12
      R 167
      05/12
      R 156
      Today
      R 186
      07/12
      R 135
      08/12
      R 143
      09/12
      R 143
      10/12
      R 143
      11/12
      R 143
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to London was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 135

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

      You can expect to pay from R 135 to R 1 435 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 135, which is on 2025-12-07.

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

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