The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 buses that leave Birmingham for Bishop's Stortford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 156 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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.
6:454h35Birmingham11:20Bishop's Stortford£231One-way0 changes
6:454h35Birmingham11:20Bishop's Stortford£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 156 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:45 Birmingham | 4h35 | 11:20 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford
Buses from Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 156 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 156 km |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to Bishop's StortfordYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford with National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Bishop's Stortford 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 Bishop's Stortford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Bishop's Stortford
- 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
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