How much is the bus ticket from Bournemouth to Birmingham?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bournemouth to Birmingham start from $16. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bournemouth to Birmingham?

The average bus trip duration from Bournemouth to Birmingham is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 121 miles (195 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Bournemouth to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bournemouth to Birmingham at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Bournemouth to Birmingham generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bournemouth 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bournemouth to Birmingham?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bournemouth to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Birmingham from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bournemouth to Birmingham on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25am	Bournemouth	6h 30m	2:55pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	3:00pm	Coach Station	4h 25m	7:25pm	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Coach Station	5h	10:30am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:25am	Bournemouth	6h 30m	12:55pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Coach Station	5h	10:30am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Bournemouth to Birmingham on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15pm	Coach Station	6h	1:15am	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:00pm	Coach Station	4h 25m	7:25pm	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:50am	Coach Station	7h 20m	9:10am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Coach Station	7h 20m	9:10am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Coach Station	7h 20m	9:10am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Bournemouth to Birmingham on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15pm	Coach Station	6h	1:15am	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:00pm	Coach Station	4h 25m	7:25pm	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:50am	Coach Station	7h 5m	8:55am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Coach Station	7h 5m	8:55am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Coach Station	7h 5m	8:55am	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:41 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bournemouth to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

122 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $198	Average Duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $471	Average Duration3h 6m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$32 - $32	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bournemouth and Birmingham?

Stops in Bournemouth

A
Coach Station
Bournemouth (Coach Station), Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK
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B
Richmond Hill, 3
3 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6HE, UK
C
Travel Interchange
Bath Rd, Bournemouth BH1, UK

Stops in Birmingham

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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,833 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29833 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $20

National Express Bournemouth Birmingham recent customer reviews

Good driving speed

Moreen O.

December 12, 2023

Very friendly helpful driver

David P.

August 29, 2023

It was an awesome trip

Nguher I.

April 4, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,957 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Birmingham by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bournemouth to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bournemouth to Birmingham start from $16. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bournemouth to Birmingham?
The average bus trip duration from Bournemouth to Birmingham is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 121 miles (195 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Bournemouth to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bournemouth to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Bournemouth to Birmingham at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bournemouth to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Bournemouth to Birmingham generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bournemouth 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bournemouth to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bournemouth to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Bournemouth 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

01/06

$18

01/07

$20

Today

$21

01/09

$22

01/10

$23

01/11

$18

01/12

$16

01/13

$15

The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Birmingham was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $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 $15 to $117 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 $15 which is on 2026-01-13.

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.