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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Berlin to Birmingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£77

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£81

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

23 h 15 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

23 h 43 m

Buses on 17 Sept

22

Distance

1034 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Berlin to Birmingham will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £77.

Fast coaches

To travel from Berlin to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:4529h10
    Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    9:55Birmingham
    £771One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:2028h35
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    9:55Birmingham
    £771One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    0:1524h44
    Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    23:59Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    £771One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    0:4023h15
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    22:55Birmingham
    £771One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    0:1523h40
    Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    22:55Birmingham
    £771One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £92 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.0 - 2.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £92, while a train costs an average of £542.

Distance: 1034 km

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Coach
Most popular
Flight
Train
Driving

£92

Average Price

Cheapest

£101

Average Price

£542

Average Price

£145

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

27h 12m

Average total duration

26h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 42m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

14h 36m

Average total duration

14h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

14h 51m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.0 - 2.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

3.1 - 6.2kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Birmingham is a coach with an average price of £92.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Birmingham:

A coach is £9 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Birmingham costing on average £101.

A coach is £450 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Birmingham costing on average £542.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Birmingham is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 6m.

Coach takes on average 26h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Birmingham including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £92 compared to roughly £145 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £53. The journey takes 26h 42m versus 14h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Berlin to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Birmingham coaches for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus3:30 Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park)
35h05
13:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus3:30 Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park)
36h05
14:35 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus3:35 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
32h55
11:30 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus4:55 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
33h40
13:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus4:55 Berlin, Alexanderplatz
34h40
14:35 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:45 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
29h10
9:55 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
28h35
9:55 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus7:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
29h10
11:30 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus7:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
31h15
13:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2 changes
FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:27 Berlin Südkreuz station
30h08
13:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2 changes
FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:27 Berlin Südkreuz station
28h03
11:30 Birmingham2 changes
FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:39 Berlin Hbf
29h56
13:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2 changes
FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:39 Berlin Hbf
27h51
11:30 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:40 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel)
27h50
11:30 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:40 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel)
29h55
13:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2 changes
FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:50 Berlin Spandau
29h45
13:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2 changes
FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:50 Berlin Spandau
27h40
11:30 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
27h10
11:30 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
28h35
13:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
29h35
14:35 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus13:50 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel)
35h09
23:59 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus13:50 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel)
35h35
0:25 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:35 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
25h50
0:25 Birmingham2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:35 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
25h24
23:59 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:55 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
25h04
23:59 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:55 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
25h30
0:25 Birmingham2 changes
Thursday 17 September
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus0:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
24h44
23:59 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus0:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
23h40
22:55 Birmingham1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus0:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
23h15
22:55 Birmingham1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus0:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
24h19
23:59 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Berlin to Birmingham

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Buses from Berlin to Birmingham run on average 13 times per day, taking around 26h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1034 km distance in 23h 56m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
Distance
1034 km
Average bus duration
26h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£54
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
23h 56m
First bus
0:10
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
21 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20

Bus providers: FlixBus from Berlin to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Birmingham with FlixBus for as low as £20. 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 FlixBus Duration
23h 56m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£54
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.

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Things to do in Birmingham

Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.

  • Must visit

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Major museum and gallery with fine art, local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in the city centre.

  • Must visit

Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum

Science museum with interactive galleries on industry, transport and invention, making it a strong family-friendly visit.

  • Recommended

Pen Museum

Independent museum in a converted factory, exploring Birmingham's pen trade with demonstrations and hands-on exhibits.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.

FAQs: Berlin to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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 Berlin to Birmingham can start from as little as £54 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Berlin to Birmingham is £92; 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 Berlin to Birmingham is 23h 56m to travel the 1034 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Berlin to Birmingham leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Berlin to Birmingham leaves at 23:55.
There are 13 coaches a day from Berlin to Birmingham which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Berlin to Birmingham, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Berlin and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Berlin , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz, Berlin, Alexanderplatz, Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel), Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park), Berlin, Hardenbergplatz (Zoologischer Garten), Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee), Berlin, Ostbahnhof, Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), which is located around 9 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Birmingham from Berlin is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 23h 56m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Berlin to Birmingham is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Birmingham including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Berlin to Birmingham:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Berlin to Birmingham for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Berlin to Birmingham depends on the coach companies:
  • 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 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 Berlin to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Berlin to Birmingham:
  • 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 Berlin to Birmingham:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Berlin to Birmingham. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Berlin to Birmingham with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Berlin to Birmingham with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Berlin to Birmingham with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Birmingham

Most Berlin to Birmingham buses use the Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Berlin
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham

Which Berlin station do buses to Birmingham leave from?

Buses from Berlin to Birmingham leave from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB). The station is 9 km from Berlin city centre at Masurenallee 4-6, 14057 Berlin, Germany.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)Masurenallee 4-6, 14057 Berlin, GermanyWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) from Berlin city centre

Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainU2 · 35m · £3 · every ~27 min
S41, S42 · 45m · £3 · every ~44 min
BusN232, N70, N1387, N44, 032, 157A, 157 · 20m · £0.90
N2 · 47m · £4 · every ~1 min

Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) bus station facilities and services

Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.

Berlin, Bahnhof SüdkreuzHildegard-Knef-Platz 1, 10829 Berlin, GermanyWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz from Berlin city centre

Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainFex, Re20, Re4, Re5, Re3 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~18 min
S26, S25, S2 · 13m · £3 · every ~25 min
Bus025, N67, N44, 065, 032 · 25m · £0.90
248 · 34m · £3 · every ~11 min

Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz bus station facilities and services

Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.

Berlin, AlexanderplatzAlexanderplatz, 10178 Berlin, GermanyWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin, Alexanderplatz from Berlin city centre

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Berlin, Alexanderplatz bus station facilities and services

Berlin, Alexanderplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Multiple restaurants around the area.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Available in nearby cafes. ATMs are several ATMs in close proximity.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.

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