The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Bristol Airport
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
4 h 23 m
Buses on 05 Sept
4
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Bristol Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Bristol Airport will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 4 buses from Birmingham to Bristol Airport, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 134 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 40 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.
16:303h20Birmingham19:50Bristol Airport£71One-way0 changes
8:507h40Birmingham16:30Bristol Airport£121One-way0 changes
7:003h25Birmingham10:25Bristol Airport£151One-way0 changes
5:003h05Birmingham8:05Bristol Airport£161One-way0 changes
5:003h05Birmingham8:05Bristol Airport£161One-way0 changes
16:303h20Birmingham19:50Bristol Airport£71One-way0 changes
7:003h25Birmingham10:25Bristol Airport£151One-way0 changes
8:507h40Birmingham16:30Bristol Airport£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Bristol Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Bristol Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 134 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Bristol Airport:
A coach is £82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Bristol Airport costing on average £92.
Other travel options to Bristol Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 51m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £25. The journey takes 2h 51m versus 2h 1m 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
Birmingham to Bristol Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Bristol Airport coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX111 · WXA1 | 16:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h14 | 20:14 Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX100 · WXA1 | 17:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h42 | 20:42 Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX100 · WXA1 | 18:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h44 | 22:14 Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX100 · WXA1 | 19:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h45 | 23:15 Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1 change | |
NX100 · WXA1 | 21:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h14 | 0:14 Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:00 Birmingham | 3h05 | 8:05 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:00 Birmingham | 3h25 | 10:25 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:50 Birmingham | 7h40 | 16:30 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to Bristol Airport by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Bristol Airport
Buses from Birmingham to Bristol Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:00, the last at 16:30. The fastest coach covers the 134 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 134 km |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 0:00 |
Last bus 16:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Birmingham to Bristol AirportYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Bristol Airport with National Express, Megabus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham to Bristol Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Bristol Airport 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 Bristol Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Bristol Airport
Most Birmingham to Bristol Airport buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Bristol Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Getting to Birmingham from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham bus station facilities and services
Birmingham 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 fast food and cafes inside
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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