How much does a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Birmingham cost?

The bus ticket price from Bournemouth to Birmingham starts at US$19. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bournemouth 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!

How long is the bus ride from Bournemouth to Birmingham?

The average travel time between Bournemouth and Birmingham is around 6h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 197 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Bournemouth and Birmingham?

The number of buses from Bournemouth to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bournemouth to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Bournemouth to Birmingham?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bournemouth to Birmingham?

Buses travelling between Bournemouth and Birmingham leave from Coach Station or Richmond Hill, 3 and arrive at Coach Station, Birmingham Airport, Bearwood.

Bus Bournemouth to Birmingham from US$15 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Bournemouth to Birmingham on 30 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:30	Coach Station	6h 35m	23:05	Coach Station	No tags
17:20	Coach Station	6h 5m	23:25	Coach Station	No tags
18:15	Coach Station	6h 5m	00:20	Coach Station	No tags
19:15	Coach Station	6h	01:15	Coach Station	No tags
20:30	Coach Station	6h	02:30	Coach Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bournemouth 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 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage duration

197 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$19 - US$107	Average duration6h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$35 - US$470	Average duration3h 6m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$25 - US$25	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Bus Bournemouth to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$38

Average bus trip duration6h

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure01:50

Distance195 km

Latest bus departure20:30

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 684 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29684 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at US$20

National Express Bournemouth Birmingham recent customer reviews

Good driving speed

Moreen O.

12 December 2023

Very friendly helpful driver

David P.

29 August 2023

It was an awesome trip

Nguher I.

4 April 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511 120 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Bournemouth to Birmingham Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Bournemouth and Birmingham?

Stops in Bournemouth

A - Coach Station

B - Richmond Hill, 3

C - Travel Interchange

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bournemouth - Birmingham

How much does a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Birmingham cost?
The bus ticket price from Bournemouth to Birmingham starts at US$19. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bournemouth 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!
How long is the bus ride from Bournemouth to Birmingham?
The average travel time between Bournemouth and Birmingham is around 6h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 197 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Bournemouth and Birmingham?
The number of buses from Bournemouth to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bournemouth to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Bournemouth to Birmingham?
When taking the bus from Bournemouth to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bournemouth to Birmingham?
Buses travelling between Bournemouth and Birmingham leave from Coach Station or Richmond Hill, 3 and arrive at Coach Station, Birmingham Airport, Bearwood.

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

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US$21

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US$24

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US$22

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US$28

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US$25

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US$18

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US$15

The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Birmingham was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$42 for a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Birmingham, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Bournemouth to Birmingham.

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

Did you know?

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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Bournemouth by bus?

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