Birmingham to Guildford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Guildford

Showing times and prices for 22 Feb

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

4 h 35 m

Average duration

4 h 54 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

166 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Birmingham to Guildford will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.

Fast coaches

To travel from Birmingham to Guildford you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX400 · NX030
06:304h35
Birmingham, Coach Station
11:05Guildford, Egerton Road
£161One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX400 · NX030
08:454h55
Birmingham, Coach Station
13:40Guildford, Egerton Road
£181One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX400 · NX030
17:254h35
Birmingham, Coach Station
22:00Guildford, Egerton Road
£191One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX551 · NX030
10:405h30
Birmingham, Coach Station
16:10Guildford, Egerton Road
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX400 · NX030
14:154h55
Birmingham, Coach Station
19:10Guildford, Egerton Road
£361One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Guildford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £34.

Distance: 166 km

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Train

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

£64

Average Price

4h 42m

Average total duration

4h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Birmingham to Guildford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Guildford coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 15:57
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express17:25 Birmingham
4h35
22:00 Guildford0 changesdirect
Sunday 22 February
national_expressNX400 · NX030
Delayed
10:15 06:30Birmingham, Coach Station
4h35
11:05 Guildford, Egerton Road		1 change
national_expressNX400 · NX030
Delayed
10:15 08:45Birmingham, Coach Station
4h55
13:40 Guildford, Egerton Road		1 change
national_expressNX551 · NX030
On time
10:40 Birmingham, Coach Station
5h30
16:10 Guildford, Egerton Road		1 change
national_expressNX400 · NX030
On time
14:15 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h55
19:10 Guildford, Egerton Road		1 change
national_expressNX400 · NX030
On time
17:25 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h35
22:00 Guildford, Egerton Road		1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all coaches services from Birmingham to Guildford.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Guildford

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Buses from Birmingham to Guildford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 22:25. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 4h 35m.

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
166 km
Average bus duration
4h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
4h 35m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
22:25
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 GuildfordYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Guildford with National Express for as low as £12. 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 35m
Cheapest Price
£12
National Express frequency
4 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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Birmingham to Guildford coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Guildford can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Guildford is £21; 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 Guildford is 4h 35m to travel the 166 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 Guildford leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Guildford leaves at 22:25.
There are 5 coaches a day from Birmingham to Guildford 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 Guildford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Guildford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Guildford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Guildford from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Guildford is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Guildford including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Guildford for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Guildford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Guildford 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 Guildford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Guildford:
  • 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 Guildford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Guildford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Guildford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Guildford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Guildford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Guildford

Birmingham
Guildford
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 Guildford.
Birmingham, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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
Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway
information
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)
information

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