The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Harlow
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h
Buses per day
3
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Harlow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Harlow will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Of the 3 buses that leave Birmingham for Harlow every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
16:005h15Birmingham21:15Harlow£341One-way0 changes
13:004h30Birmingham17:30Harlow£491One-way0 changes
17:005h15Birmingham22:15Harlow£561One-way0 changes
13:004h30Birmingham17:30Harlow£491One-way0 changes
17:005h15Birmingham22:15Harlow£561One-way0 changes
16:005h15Birmingham21:15Harlow£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Harlow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Harlow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. 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 £34, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 158 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Harlow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Harlow coaches for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:00 Birmingham | 4h20 | 17:20 Harlow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to Harlow by coach or train
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Why should you book Birmingham to Harlow coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Harlow
Buses from Birmingham to Harlow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £24 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 158 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to HarlowYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Harlow with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham to Harlow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Harlow 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 Harlow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Harlow
Most Birmingham to Harlow buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Harlow bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do buses to Harlow leave from?
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.
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