Birmingham to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to London

Showing times and prices for 02 Jun

Cheapest price

$9

Average price

$22

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

2 h 18 m

Buses per day

103

Distance

163 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to London will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $9.

Fast coaches

Of the 103 buses that leave Birmingham for London every day 93 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:35 PM2h35
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    11:10 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    $91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:35 PM3h00
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    11:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:05 PM2h30
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    3:35 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    $101One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:05 PM3h05
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    4:10 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $101One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:10 PM2h25
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    2:35 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    $111One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Birmingham to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $17.

Distance: 163 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

$16

Average Price

Cheapest

$35

Average Price

2h 59m

Average total duration

2h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Live departures

Birmingham to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to London coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday, 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX707 · NXA31
On time
1:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h34
6:04 AM London, Marble Arch
1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX444
Delayed
2:05 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h45
2:50 PM 2:50 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
National ExpressNX210 · NX0302:05 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h45
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h50
5:50 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h15
6:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4243:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h15
6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX707 · NXA1
On time
4:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h30
9:05 AM London, Golders Green Station
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus4:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h10
8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h35
7:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX421
Delayed
4:35 AM 5:10 AMBirmingham, Coach Station
3h30
8:40 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4215:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h15
8:25 AM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX421 · NX540
On time
5:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h15
9:25 AM London, Golders Green Station
1 change
National ExpressNX400
Delayed
7:45 PM 5:20 AMBirmingham, Coach Station
3h30
10:35 PM 10:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4005:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h15
8:35 AM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4106:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h50
9:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:30 AM Birmingham
3h15
9:45 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:30 AM Birmingham
3h50
10:20 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 AM Birmingham
2h35
9:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 AM Birmingham
3h10
10:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
4h15
11:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h45
11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX400
Delayed
7:45 PM 7:40 AMBirmingham, Coach Station
3h10
10:35 PM 10:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4007:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h55
10:35 AM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4007:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h15
9:55 AM London, Golders Green Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 AM Birmingham
3h10
11:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 AM Birmingham
2h35
10:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h00
11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h25
10:55 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h45
11:15 AM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX541
Delayed
8:55 AM 8:30 AMBirmingham, Coach Station
3h15
4:30 PM 4:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX541 · NX540
On time
8:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h00
11:30 AM London, Golders Green Station
1 change
National ExpressNX5418:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h00
11:30 AM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 AM Birmingham
3h10
12:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 AM Birmingham
2h35
11:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX541
Delayed
9:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h15
4:30 PM 4:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5419:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h00
12:55 PM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:15 AM Birmingham
3h10
1:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:15 AM Birmingham
2h35
12:50 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX41010:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h35
2:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX400
Delayed
7:45 PM 11:30 AMBirmingham, Coach Station
3h05
10:35 PM 10:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 AM Birmingham
2h30
2:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 AM Birmingham
3h05
2:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX40011:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h15
1:45 PM London, Golders Green Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX40011:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h50
2:20 PM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX541
Delayed
12:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h15
4:30 PM 4:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX54112:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h00
3:00 PM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h25
2:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h00
3:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX541
Delayed
1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h15
4:30 PM 4:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5411:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h00
4:00 PM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:00 PM Birmingham
3h00
4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:00 PM Birmingham
2h25
3:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h30
3:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h05
4:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4091:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h35
4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX400
Delayed
7:45 PM 2:00 PMBirmingham, Coach Station
3h15
10:35 PM 10:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4002:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h00
5:00 PM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4002:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h15
4:15 PM London, Golders Green Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h00
5:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h25
4:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h45
4:55 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX707 · NXA1
On time
2:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h35
6:50 PM London, Golders Green Station
1 change
National ExpressNX541
On time
2:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h15
6:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5412:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h00
5:55 PM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 PM Birmingham
3h35
6:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 PM Birmingham
4h10
7:10 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:30 PM Birmingham
2h35
6:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:30 PM Birmingham
3h10
6:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX541
On time
4:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h15
7:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5414:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h00
7:00 PM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:20 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h10
7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:20 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h35
6:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:55 PM Birmingham
3h10
8:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:55 PM Birmingham
2h35
7:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5905:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h20
8:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5905:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h35
7:35 PM London, Golders Green Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX541
On time
5:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h05
8:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:40 PM Birmingham
3h10
8:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:40 PM Birmingham
2h35
8:15 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5415:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h50
8:30 PM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:55 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h30
8:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:55 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h05
9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h25
8:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h40
9:10 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h55
9:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX541
On time
6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
3h00
9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5416:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h45
9:15 PM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 PM Birmingham
2h25
9:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 PM Birmingham
2h55
9:55 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h55
10:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h25
9:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX400
Delayed
7:45 PM 7:40 PMBirmingham, Coach Station
3h00
10:35 PM 10:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4007:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h20
10:00 PM London, Golders Green Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX4007:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h50
10:30 PM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 PM Birmingham
2h25
10:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 PM Birmingham
2h50
10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
2h35
11:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
3h00
11:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX400
On time
8:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h50
11:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX400 · NXA6
On time
8:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
5h04
1:49 AM London, Golders Green Station
1 change
National ExpressNX4008:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
2h40
11:25 PM London, Marble Arch0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Birmingham to London coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as FlixBus, Megabus, NX West Midlands and more offer coaches services from Birmingham to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Birmingham to London.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Megabus or NX West Midlands to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to London.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Birmingham to London.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Megabus or NX West Midlands to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to London.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham to London.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to London

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Buses from Birmingham to London run on average 69 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.

There are 64 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 163 km distance in 2h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
163 km
Average bus duration
2h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
$8
Buses per day
69
Direct buses
64
Fastest bus
2h 20m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, NX West Midlands from Birmingham to LondonYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, NX West Midlands for as low as $8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Price
$8
FlixBus frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
$11
National Express frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
$22
Megabus frequency
2 a day

NX West Midlands

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 34m
Cheapest Price
$28
NX West Midlands frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Birmingham to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to London by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to London can start from as little as $8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to London is $16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Birmingham to London is 2h 20m to travel the 163 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Birmingham to London leaves at 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to London leaves at 11:57 pm.
Yes, there are 64 direct coaches a day from Birmingham to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to London, you can count on National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, NX West Midlands for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Birmingham , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Brunel Street, Birmingham, Birmingham, Hagley Road West, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport), Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Walsall, Hatherton Road . When arriving in London , you can end your trip in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Baker Street Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch), London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), London, Finchley Road (Q2 Centre), London, York Road (London Eye), London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Gloucester Place (Baker Street Station), London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), Watford, Shearings London Interchange, London, Golders Green Station, London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Lithos Road, London, Elephant and Castle, London, Earl's Court, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Victoria Rail Station, London, Kingsland Road / Middleton Road, London, Sealand Road (Heathrow Airport - Cargo Area), London, Eltham, London, Lewisham, London, Marble Arch, London, New Cross Gate, London, St John's Wood, London, Greenford Roundabout, London, Stirling Road (Heathrow Airport - Cargo Area), London, Western Ave / Friary Road, London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Walworth, London, Wembley Stadium (First Way), London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B), London, Hatton Cross Station (Stop B), London, Bow Church Station (Stop A), London, Mile End / Aberavon Rd, Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, London, Tariff Rd (Tottenham Hotspur Stadium) .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to London from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to London is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and London including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to London for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to London depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to London:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Birmingham to London. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and London

Birmingham
London
The major coach station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham, Coach Station for your trip from Birmingham to London.
Birmingham, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Mill Lane
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham, Coach Station
  • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
Birmingham, Brunel Street

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