The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to London
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
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.
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.
FlixBus8:35 PM2h35Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway11:10 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)$91One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:35 PM3h00Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway11:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station$91One-way0 changes
FlixBus1:05 PM2h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway3:35 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)$101One-way0 changes
FlixBus1:05 PM3h05Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway4:10 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station$101One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:10 PM2h25Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2:35 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)$111One-way0 changes
NX40011:30 AM2h15Birmingham, Coach Station1:45 PMLondon, Golders Green Station$181One-way0 changes
NX4002:00 PM2h15Birmingham, Coach Station4:15 PMLondon, Golders Green Station$181One-way0 changes
NX4007:40 AM2h15Birmingham, Coach Station9:55 AMLondon, Golders Green Station$211One-way0 changes
NX4007:40 PM2h20Birmingham, Coach Station10:00 PMLondon, Golders Green Station$181One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:30 PM2h25Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway8:55 PMLondon, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)$141One-way0 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 |
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$16 Average Price Cheapest | $35 Average Price |
2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX707 · NXA31 | On time 1:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h34 | 6:04 AM London, Marble Arch | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX444 | Delayed 2:05 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h45 | 2:50 PM 2:50 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX030 | 2:05 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h45 | 5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h50 | 5:50 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h15 | 6:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX424 | 3:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 · NXA1 | On time 4:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h30 | 9:05 AM London, Golders Green Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 4:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h10 | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h35 | 7:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX421 | Delayed 4:35 AM 5:10 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 8:40 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX421 | 5:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 8:25 AM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
NX421 · NX540 | On time 5:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 9:25 AM London, Golders Green Station | 1 change | |
NX400 | Delayed 7:45 PM 5:20 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 10:35 PM 10:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | 5:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 8:35 AM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
NX410 | 6:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h50 | 9:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Birmingham | 3h15 | 9:45 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Birmingham | 3h50 | 10:20 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Birmingham | 2h35 | 9:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Birmingham | 3h10 | 10:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 4h15 | 11:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h45 | 11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | Delayed 7:45 PM 7:40 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h10 | 10:35 PM 10:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | 7:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h55 | 10:35 AM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | 7:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 9:55 AM London, Golders Green Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Birmingham | 3h10 | 11:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Birmingham | 2h35 | 10:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h00 | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h25 | 10:55 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h45 | 11:15 AM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 8:55 AM 8:30 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 4:30 PM 4:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 · NX540 | On time 8:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 11:30 AM London, Golders Green Station | 1 change | |
NX541 | 8:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 11:30 AM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Birmingham | 3h10 | 12:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Birmingham | 2h35 | 11:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 9:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 4:30 PM 4:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | 9:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 12:55 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Birmingham | 3h10 | 1:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Birmingham | 2h35 | 12:50 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX410 | 10:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 2:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | Delayed 7:45 PM 11:30 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h05 | 10:35 PM 10:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Birmingham | 2h30 | 2:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Birmingham | 3h05 | 2:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | 11:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 1:45 PM London, Golders Green Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | 11:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h50 | 2:20 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 12:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 4:30 PM 4:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | 12:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 3:00 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h25 | 2:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h00 | 3:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 4:30 PM 4:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | 1:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 4:00 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Birmingham | 3h00 | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 3:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 3:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h05 | 4:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX409 | 1:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | Delayed 7:45 PM 2:00 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 10:35 PM 10:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | 2:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 5:00 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | 2:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 4:15 PM London, Golders Green Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h00 | 5:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h25 | 4:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h45 | 4:55 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 · NXA1 | On time 2:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h35 | 6:50 PM London, Golders Green Station | 1 change | |
NX541 | On time 2:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 6:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | 2:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 5:55 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Birmingham | 3h35 | 6:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Birmingham | 4h10 | 7:10 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Birmingham | 2h35 | 6:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Birmingham | 3h10 | 6:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | On time 4:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 7:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | 4:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 7:00 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h10 | 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h35 | 6:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Birmingham | 3h10 | 8:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Birmingham | 2h35 | 7:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX590 | 5:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h20 | 8:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX590 | 5:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h35 | 7:35 PM London, Golders Green Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | On time 5:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h05 | 8:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Birmingham | 3h10 | 8:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Birmingham | 2h35 | 8:15 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | 5:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h50 | 8:30 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 8:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h05 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h25 | 8:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h40 | 9:10 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h55 | 9:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | On time 6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | 6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h45 | 9:15 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 9:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Birmingham | 2h55 | 9:55 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h55 | 10:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h25 | 9:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | Delayed 7:45 PM 7:40 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 10:35 PM 10:35 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | 7:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h20 | 10:00 PM London, Golders Green Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | 7:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h50 | 10:30 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 10:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Birmingham | 2h50 | 10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h35 | 11:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h00 | 11:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | On time 8:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h50 | 11:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 · NXA6 | On time 8:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h04 | 1:49 AM London, Golders Green Station | 1 change | |
NX400 | 8:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h40 | 11:25 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to London
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.
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 |
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
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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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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