Bus from London to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Birmingham on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Victoria Coach Station
Great Charles Street QueenswayCheapest
National ExpressBus
    		Golders Green
    		Coach StationFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Coach StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
      		Great Charles Street QueenswayNo tags
      MegabusBus
        		Finchley Road
        		Brunel StreetNo tags

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        Compare 3 ways to travel from London 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 238, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        3carpool per day
        2h 20mAverage duration
        163 kmDistance
        7kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average priceR 147 - R 1 967Average duration3h 30m
        5kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average priceR 171 - R 4 022Average duration1h 58m
        4kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average priceR 238 - R 584Average duration2h 20m
        7kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Birmingham 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 London to Birmingham?

          The cheapest bus tickets from London to Birmingham start at R 147. The average price for this route is around R 279. 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 London to Birmingham?

          The average bus journey time from London to Birmingham is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 190 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 20m and is operated by National Express.

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

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 142 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK, The Airline.

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

          The earliest bus departs from London to Birmingham at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

          A bus trip from London to Birmingham produces an estimated 5 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 London to Birmingham?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is The Airline, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 307 reviews.

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

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company The Airline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

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

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is The Airline, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is The Airline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 166
        05/12
        R 156
        Today
        R 218
        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 London to Birmingham 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 London to Birmingham as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from R 135 to R 1 389 for a bus ticket from London to Birmingham 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 London to Birmingham?

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