How do I get from York to Birmingham without a car?

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. The two options are practical and eco-friendly ways to reach Birmingham. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from York to Birmingham?

Traveling from York to Birmingham takes around 4h 35m on average, but you can get there in as little as 4h with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 108 miles (174 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is York from Birmingham?

The distance between the two cities is 108 miles (174 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from York to Birmingham leave from York Bus Stop (RC) and arrive at Coach Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the cheapest way to get from York to Birmingham?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $14.

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

The average bus ticket price from York to Birmingham is $20. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $14 and $41, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

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, National Motorcycle Museum, City Canal Tour and Spa.

York to Birmingham Bus Tickets

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from $16

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 1 at 11:10am
Departure city: York
Departure location: York
Arrival time: May 1 at 4:40pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 30m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 1 at 3:50pm
Departure city: York
Departure location: York Bus Stop (RC)
Arrival time: May 1 at 8:10pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 20m
Departure time: May 1 at 11:25am
Departure city: York
Departure location: York Bus Stop (RC)
Arrival time: May 1 at 4:00pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 35m
Departure time: May 1 at 11:25am
Departure city: York
Departure location: York Bus Stop (RC)
Arrival time: May 1 at 4:00pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 35m
Departure time: May 1 at 3:50pm
Departure city: York
Departure location: York Bus Stop (RC)
Arrival time: May 1 at 8:10pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 20m

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Compare 3 ways to go from York to Birmingham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $41	Average Duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$33 - $158	Average Duration2h 22m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $24	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from York to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

$20Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus York to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$20

Average bus trip duration4h 35m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure7:55am

Distance108 miles (173 km)

Latest bus departure9:30pm

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,159 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29159 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 $14.00

National Express York Birmingham recent customer reviews

My mother in law (aged 85) had to get off the bus in York as told there was no space even though assistance was organised and seat booked. She had to get a taxi from York to Leeds and then missed the bus connection

Patricia B.

June 2, 2023

Very good

Caroline M.

July 14, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/58,448 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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.

Yorkshire Coastliner

3.5/5341 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.8

Megabus UK

3.5/54,162 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 4162 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 $28.00

Megabus York Birmingham recent customer reviews

Not informative in the slightest of where the stops where, as we nearly missed our bus due to the lack of information sent on the tickets

Anesa H.

March 6, 2024

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

York to Birmingham Bus

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Where are the popular stops in York and Birmingham?

Stops in York

A - York Bus Stop (RC)

B - University Of York Bus Stop

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Frequently asked questions for your trip York - Birmingham

How do I get from York to Birmingham without a car?
How long is the bus ride from York to Birmingham?
How far is York from Birmingham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from York to Birmingham?
What is the cheapest way to get from York to Birmingham?
How much does a bus ticket from York to Birmingham cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

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

Best price found

04/29

$13

04/30

$13

Today

$16

05/02

$16

05/03

$16

05/04

$13

05/05

$16

05/06

$12

The cheapest trip from York to Birmingham was searched and found on May 6, 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 York to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $52 for a bus ticket from York to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-05-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from York to Birmingham will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from York to Birmingham?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 35m	Avg Price$20	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 22m	Avg Price$129	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time2h	Avg Price$20	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to York by bus?

Bus from York to Birmingham

You can also go to Birmingham by train

Train from York to Birmingham

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