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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Bournemouth will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 5 buses that leave Birmingham for Bournemouth every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 196 km distance in an average of 6 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 196 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Bournemouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Bournemouth coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:50 Birmingham | 6h10 | 15:00 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:45 Birmingham | 7h15 | 20:00 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:45 Birmingham | 6h40 | 23:25 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:50 Birmingham | 6h15 | 23:05 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:50 Birmingham | 6h55 | 00:45 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Bournemouth
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Buses from Birmingham to Bournemouth run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:32, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 196 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 196 km |
Average bus duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 01:32 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Birmingham to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Bournemouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Birmingham to Bournemouth
Travelling from Birmingham to Bournemouth is quick and comfortable on one of the 15 daily bus services operated by National Express. The first services leave at 3:00 a.m. and the last at 9:30 p.m. Five of the services are direct, the others need a change of coach at Victoria Coach Station in London. Travel time ranges from 5 hours and 5 minutes up to 11 hours and 50 minutes. Coaches to Bournemouth leave from Birmingham Coach Station on Mill Lane not far St Martin's Square and the New Street Station. Buses from Birmingham to Bournemouth arrive at the Travel Interchange on Holdenhurst Road near the Asda Superstore and the railway station.
FAQs: Birmingham to Bournemouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bournemouth, Coach Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Bournemouth
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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