What is the distance between Cheltenham and Birmingham?

The distance separating Cheltenham and Birmingham is 41 miles (66 km).

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

If you're headed to Birmingham from Cheltenham, chances are that your bus will leave from Royal Well Bus Station and arrive at Coach Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Once in Birmingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Winterbourne House and Garden, Cadbury World, Thinktank Science Museum, Birmingham Town Hall and City Canal Tour.

Bus Cheltenham to Birmingham from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cheltenham to Birmingham on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40pm	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	11:55pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:10pm	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	1h 5m	8:15pm	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	6:35pm	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 55m	8:30pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:35pm	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 55m	8:30pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	11:55pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	11:55pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	1h 25m	7:15pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	1h 25m	7:15pm	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to Birmingham on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50am	Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)	1h 5m	9:55am	Great Charles Street Queensway	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 35m	4:30pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 35m	4:30pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Royal Well Bus Station	3h 5m	7:15pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Royal Well Bus Station	3h 5m	7:15pm	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to Birmingham on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40pm	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	11:55pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:40pm	Royal Well Bus Station	1h	11:40pm	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:50am	Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)	1h 5m	9:55am	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 50m	4:30pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 50m	4:30pm	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to Birmingham on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50am	Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)	1h 5m	9:55am	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h	3:20am	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 50m	4:30pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 50m	4:30pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:45pm	Royal Well Bus Station	3h 15m	6:00pm	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to Birmingham on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10pm	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	1h 20m	8:30pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h	3:20am	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:50am	Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)	1h 5m	9:55am	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 50m	4:30pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 50m	4:30pm	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to Birmingham on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	1h 30m	4:30pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:10am	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	1h 5m	11:15am	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 10m	2:45pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 10m	2:45pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 25m	4:30pm	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to Birmingham on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05am	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	1h 30m	3:35am	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:10am	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	1h 5m	11:15am	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 15m	3:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 10m	2:45pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 10m	2:45pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 25m	4:30pm	Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cheltenham to Birmingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

43mAverage Duration

41 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $28	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $113	Average Duration43m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,710 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with National Express, highlighting the friendly and helpful staff as well as the clean coaches. However, some noted that on one occasion, the temperature onboard was uncomfortably hot due to ventilation issues. Despite this minor inconvenience, many are eager to book with them again in future travels.

National Express Cheltenham Birmingham recent customer reviews

Coach was clean and on-time, but the temperature onboard was uncomfortably hot, with no air coming out of the ventilation. Usually National Express coaches are a comfortable temperature, so this was surprising. Didn't want to distract the driver by asking about it, so just had to put up with it.

Ross M.

September 7, 2025

The driver was very friendly and soo helpful.

Pamela K.

September 5, 2022

Brilliant, I will book with National Express again with no doubt

Merrita S.

April 4, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,296 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.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,270 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 4270 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $16

Megabus Cheltenham Birmingham recent customer reviews

I was late by 2 hours thirty minutes at work. I have lot 27 pounds the vehicle spoiled and no movement for over 2hrs

Ifeanyichukwu Peter O.

December 7, 2023

Was over a hour late

Joanne B.

September 2, 2023

Punctual, spotless comfy bus and pleasant journey at great value price 👍

Michael H.

March 19, 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Cheltenham and Birmingham?

Stops in Cheltenham

A - Royal Well Bus Station

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Birmingham by bus

What is the distance between Cheltenham and Birmingham?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

$13

11/12

$16

Today

$6

11/14

$7

11/15

$14

11/16

$7

11/17

$5

11/18

$7

The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $32 for a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-17.

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.