How far is Port Talbot from Birmingham?

The distance separating Port Talbot and Birmingham is 101 miles (163 km).

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 Spa, Jewellery Quarter, City Canal Tour, The National Sea Life and Gas Street Basin.

Bus Port Talbot to Birmingham from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Port Talbot to Birmingham on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25am	Port Talbot Bus Station	4h 5m	12:30pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Port Talbot Bus Station	4h	2:00pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Port Talbot Bus Station	4h 50m	3:30pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Port Talbot Bus Station	5h 55m	7:00pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Port Talbot Bus Station	4h 40m	8:00pm	Coach Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Port Talbot 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 $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

102 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $53	Average Duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $22	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29715 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 $14

National Express Port Talbot Birmingham recent customer reviews

Haven't travelled by bus for many years so booked with anticipation. Pleasantly surprised, able to sit back & enjoy scenery - arrived stress free.

Gillian T.

March 19, 2024

The bus seats are very uncomfortable with no leg room

Alexandr K.

June 13, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Port Talbot to Birmingham by bus

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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

11/16

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11/17

$15

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11/19

$12

11/20

$14

11/21

$15

11/22

$15

11/23

$16

The cheapest trip from Port Talbot to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $72 for a bus ticket from Port Talbot to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-19.

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.