Birmingham to Glastonbury bus with National Express

Fri 13 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Glastonbury

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Cheapest price

£15

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

4 h 14 m

Average duration

5 h 17 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

159 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Glastonbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to Glastonbury will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Birmingham for Glastonbury every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 5 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 18 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.

National Express
00:008h18
Birmingham
08:18Glastonbury
£151One-way
0 changes
National Express
14:004h20
Birmingham
18:20Glastonbury
£191One-way
0 changes
National Express
16:004h17
Birmingham
20:17Glastonbury
£201One-way
0 changes
National Express
07:004h14
Birmingham
11:14Glastonbury
£211One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Glastonbury

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Glastonbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £36.

Distance: 159 km

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Coach
Train

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£74

Average Price

4h 21m

Average total duration

3h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 59m

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30m

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Live departures

Birmingham to Glastonbury bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Glastonbury coaches for today, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 01:46
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express04:00 Birmingham
5h12
09:12 Glastonbury0 changesdirect
national_express18:00 Birmingham
4h16
22:16 Glastonbury0 changesdirect
Saturday 14 February
national_express00:00 Birmingham
8h18
08:18 Glastonbury0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Glastonbury

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Buses from Birmingham to Glastonbury run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 21:54. The fastest coach covers the 159 km distance in 4h 16m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
159 km
Average bus duration
3h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
4h 16m
First bus
01:00
Last bus
21:54
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to GlastonburyYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Glastonbury with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 14m
Cheapest Price
£15
National Express frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Birmingham to Glastonbury coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Glastonbury 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 Glastonbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Glastonbury can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Glastonbury is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury is 4h 16m to travel the 159 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury leaves at 1:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury leaves at 21:54.
There are 13 coaches a day from Birmingham to Glastonbury which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Glastonbury. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Glastonbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Glastonbury from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 16m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Glastonbury including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Glastonbury depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Glastonbury:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Glastonbury:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Glastonbury with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Glastonbury

Birmingham
Glastonbury
The major coach station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham, Coach Station for your trip from Birmingham to Glastonbury.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Mill Lane
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham, Coach Station
  • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street

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