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No. 1 Royal Crescent
Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£18
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£41
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
3 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
3 h 33 m
Buses on 30 Aug
25
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Bath will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Birmingham to Bath you need to make at least one change.
NX100 · BLX39
NX100 · BL39
NX101 · BLX39
NX104 · BLX39
NX100 · BL39
NX101 · BLX39
NX111 · BLX39
NX100 · BL39
NX100 · BL39
NX104 · BLX39Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 127 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price |
3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg 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.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Bath coaches for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX101 · BLX39 | 8:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h37 | 11:37 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 5h30 | 13:55 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 Birmingham | 6h55 | 15:55 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX111 · BLX39 | 9:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h53 | 13:23 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 5h45 | 15:55 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX104 · BLX39 | 10:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h56 | 14:26 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX410 · NX403 | 10:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h15 | 15:50 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX100 · BLX39 | 12:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h51 | 16:21 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Birmingham | 7h20 | 20:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX105 · BLX39 | 14:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h54 | 17:54 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:30 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 5h55 | 20:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX101 · BLX39 | 15:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h54 | 18:54 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Birmingham | 7h00 | 22:30 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 6h55 | 22:30 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX100 · BL39 | 17:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h46 | 21:46 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:40 Birmingham | 6h55 | 0:35 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 6h45 | 0:35 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX100 · BL39 | 18:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h55 | 22:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX100 · BL39 | 19:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h36 | 23:06 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX100 · BL39 | 21:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 0:35 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 Birmingham | 7h25 | 10:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX403 | 5:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h10 | 11:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 5h15 | 10:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX403 | 5:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h10 | 11:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 Birmingham | 6h55 | 13:55 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Birmingham to Bath run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 127 km distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 127 km |
Average bus duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 3h 46m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Bath buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Bath, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Bath bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Bath, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café and fast food options (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, Bus Station.
Available at Bath, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, Bus Station: Ramps, assistance.
Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. ATMs are available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road.
Available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road: Station accessible via ramps.
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