Accrington to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Accrington to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 27 Nov

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

5 h 35 m

Average duration

5 h 45 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

145 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Accrington to Birmingham will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Accrington for Birmingham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 145 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.

National Express
07:005h55
Accrington
12:55Birmingham
£291One-way
0 changes
National Express
09:355h35
Accrington
15:10Birmingham
£301One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach and train for Accrington to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Accrington to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 145 km

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Train

£18

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Cheapest

£31

Average Price

4h 26m

Average total duration

3h 56m

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Additional time*

2h 57m

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Fastest

2h 27m

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Live departures

Accrington to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Accrington to Birmingham coaches for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 04:01
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express07:00 Accrington
5h55
12:55 Birmingham0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus13:15 Accrington
3h35
16:50 Birmingham0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Accrington to Birmingham

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Buses from Accrington to Birmingham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 05:30, the last at 21:01. The fastest coach covers the 145 km distance in 5h 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
145 km
Average bus duration
3h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
5h 20m
First bus
05:30
Last bus
21:01
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, Rosso, The Blackburn Bus Company from Accrington to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Accrington to Birmingham with National Express, FlixBus, Rosso, The Blackburn Bus Company for as low as £14. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
£22
FlixBus frequency
1 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.
Learn more about National Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
£15
National Express frequency
2 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.

Rosso

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 39m
Rosso frequency
6 a day

The Blackburn Bus Company

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 4m
The Blackburn Bus Company frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Accrington to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Accrington to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Accrington to Birmingham can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Accrington to Birmingham is £19; 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 Accrington to Birmingham is 5 h 20 min   to travel the 89 mile long journey, with around there are 2 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Accrington to Birmingham leaves at 05: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Accrington to Birmingham leaves at 21: 01.
There are 2 coaches a day from Accrington to Birmingham which require at least one change with National Express, FlixBus, Rosso or The Blackburn Bus Company. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Accrington to Birmingham you can take a coach with National Express, FlixBus, Rosso or The Blackburn Bus Company. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Birmingham from Accrington on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Accrington to Birmingham by coach is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Accrington to Birmingham including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Accrington to Birmingham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Accrington to Birmingham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Accrington to Birmingham.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Accrington to Birmingham.
    No, luggage for the coach from Accrington to Birmingham needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Accrington to Birmingham.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Accrington to Birmingham.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Accrington to Birmingham.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Accrington to Birmingham.

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