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East Lancashire Railway Bury Bolton Street Station
A heritage railway museum and visitor centre where steam-era exhibits and restored stock explain the area’s railway story.
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
2 h 20 m
Buses on 29 Sept
1
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Bury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Bury will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
On Tue 29 Sept, we found 1 buses from Birmingham to Bury, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 127 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.


The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Bury coaches for today, Monday 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:20 Birmingham | 3h34 | 6:54 Bury Interchange | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:00 Birmingham | 3h24 | 11:24 Bury Interchange | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:10 Birmingham | 3h31 | 14:41 Bury Interchange | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:40 Birmingham | 3h30 | 17:10 Bury Interchange | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:10 Birmingham | 3h38 | 17:48 Bury Interchange | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:10 Birmingham | 3h22 | 19:32 Bury Interchange | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:40 Birmingham | 3h17 | 21:57 Bury Interchange | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:30 Birmingham | 3h45 | 23:15 Bury Interchange | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:25 Birmingham | 3h08 | 0:33 Bury Interchange | 1 change | |
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Buses from Birmingham to Bury run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 127 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 127 km |
Average bus duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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Discover the best of Bury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bury trip today.
A heritage railway museum and visitor centre where steam-era exhibits and restored stock explain the area’s railway story.
A major local museum and gallery with Egyptian objects, fine art and regional history displays, set in Bury’s cultural quarter.
An independent transport museum displaying vintage buses, trams and local vehicles, offering a practical look at Greater Manchester travel history.
A historic market district famous for shopping, traditional stalls and the lively town-centre atmosphere that defines modern Bury.
A large country park with woodland trails, gardens and lakeside scenery around a historic hall, popular for walking and family visits.
A riverside and town-centre green space with walks, events and open lawns, ideal for a break near the main cultural attractions.
Black pudding made with pork blood, fat and oats. Bury is famed across Britain for it, especially from the market and local pudding makers.
A soft white bread roll filled with hot slices of Bury black pudding, often with mustard or brown sauce. A classic local market breakfast.
A traditional Lancashire stew of lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes baked slowly. It is a staple comfort dish across Greater Manchester.
Popular market eatery known for Bury black pudding breakfasts and hearty local snacks in a busy traditional market setting.
Established town-centre Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a smart but relaxed dining room.
Traditional pub by the East Lancashire Railway serving cask ales and classic British dishes in a historic, characterful setting.
Moderate for northern England. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than central Manchester, while local buses and trams keep day-to-day travel costs fairly manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Bury 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 Bury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Bury buses use the Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Bury bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
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