Birmingham to Harpenden bus with National Express

Fri 20 Mar
+ Add return
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Swiss Tours
Flibco
2,000+ travel companies
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Swiss Tours
Flibco
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Harpenden

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Harpenden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £26. 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 train costs an average of £26, and a coach costs an average of £27.

Distance: 129 km

Compare bus with

Most popular
Coach
Train

£27

Average Price

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 20m

Average total duration

2h 50m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 59m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Birmingham to Harpenden bus times

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

Last updated at 00:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express19:40 Birmingham
5h10
00:50 Harpenden0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to Harpenden by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sun
22 Mar
Mon
23 Mar
Tue
24 Mar
Wed
25 Mar
Thu
26 Mar
Fri
27 Mar
Sat
28 Mar

Why should you book Birmingham to Harpenden coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Birmingham to Harpenden.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Birmingham to Harpenden.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Birmingham to Harpenden.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham to Harpenden.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Harpenden

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of bus

Buses from Birmingham to Harpenden run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £26 by train.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 129 km distance in 5h 10m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £26
Distance
129 km
Average bus duration
2h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
5h 10m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £26

Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to HarpendenYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Harpenden with National Express for as low as £26. 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
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
£27
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 Harpenden coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Harpenden can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Harpenden is £27; 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 Harpenden is 5h 10m to travel the 129 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 Harpenden leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Harpenden leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Birmingham to Harpenden with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Harpenden, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Harpenden. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Harpenden and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Harpenden from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Harpenden is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Harpenden including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Harpenden:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Harpenden for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Harpenden 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 Harpenden.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Harpenden:
  • 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 Harpenden:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Harpenden.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Harpenden with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Harpenden with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Harpenden with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Harpenden

Birmingham
Harpenden
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, Great Charles Street Queensway
information
address
Address
Birmingham Great Charles Street Queensway, Great Charles Street Queensway 145, B3 3LT

More options for your journey from Birmingham to Harpenden

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Return coaches from Harpenden to Birmingham
Birmingham to Harpenden train
Tickets and more information for coaches to Birmingham
HomeCoachesBirmingham to Harpenden bus

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone