Birmingham to Nelson bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Nelson

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

6 h 5 m

Average duration

6 h 12 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

152 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Birmingham to Nelson will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.

Fast coaches

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

  • National ExpressNX541 · NX540
    15:206h05
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    21:25Burnley, Bus Station
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX424 · RL152
    3:256h18
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    9:43Burnley, Bus Station
    £311One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Nelson

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Nelson among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £23.

Distance: 152 km

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£12

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Cheapest

£29

Average Price

4h 17m

Average total duration

3h 47m

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Additional time*

3h 20m

Average total duration

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2h 50m

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Live departures

Birmingham to Nelson bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Nelson coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX424 · RL1523:25 Birmingham, Coach Station
6h18
9:43 Burnley, Bus Station1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Birmingham to Nelson coaches with Omio?

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

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 bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Birmingham to Nelson.

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

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Nelson

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Buses from Birmingham to Nelson run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:25, the last at 23:22. The fastest coach covers the 152 km distance in 4h 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
Distance
152 km
Average bus duration
3h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
4h 10m
First bus
3:25
Last bus
23:22
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
6 days
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 NelsonYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Nelson with National Express for as low as £11. 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 45m
Cheapest Price
£19
National Express frequency
3 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.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Nelson coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Nelson can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Nelson is £12; 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 Nelson is 4h 10m to travel the 152 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 Nelson leaves at 3:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Nelson leaves at 23:22.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Birmingham to Nelson with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Nelson, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Nelson. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Nelson and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Nelson from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Nelson is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Nelson including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Nelson:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Nelson for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Nelson 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 Nelson.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Nelson:
  • 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 Nelson:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Nelson.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Nelson with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Nelson with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Nelson with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Nelson

Most Birmingham to Nelson buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Burnley, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Nelson bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Birmingham
Arrival bus stations in Nelson

Which Birmingham station do buses to Nelson leave from?

Buses from Birmingham to Nelson leave from Birmingham, Coach Station. The station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre at Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre

Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 97, 6, X2, 3, 97A, 2, 4A, 5, X1 · 4m · £2 · every ~191 min
X2, 4A, X1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5 · 13m · £2 · every ~149 min

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.

More about Birmingham, Coach Station
Birmingham, Great Charles Street QueenswayBirmingham Great Charles Street Queensway, Great Charles Street Queensway 145, B3 3LT
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre

Bus822, X8, 12, 24, 126, 13, 23, X10, 829, 9 · 2m · £2 · every ~153 min
Birmingham

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