Birmingham to St Ives bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to St Ives

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

9 h 40 m

Average duration

10 h 28 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

355 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Birmingham to St Ives will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Birmingham for St Ives every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 355 km distance in an average of 10 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 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.

FlixBus
20:4011h15
Birmingham
07:55St Ives
£231One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
13:559h40
Birmingham
23:35St Ives
£311One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Birmingham to St Ives

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £327.

Distance: 355 km

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Train
Flight

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

£141

Average Price

£481

Average Price

10h 3m

Average total duration

9h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 28m

Average total duration

5h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 41m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Live departures

Birmingham to St Ives bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus03:00 Birmingham
14h10
17:10 Penzance, Station Road1 change
national_expressNX10410:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
9h20
19:50 St Erth, A300 changesdirect
national_expressNX10410:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
9h15
19:45 Hayle, Penpol Terrace (The Big Pink Tree)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX10410:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
9h25
19:55 Crowlas, A300 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:30 Birmingham
13h05
00:35 Penryn, Falmouth University1 change
national_expressNX400 · NX406
On time
17:45 Birmingham, Coach Station
13h05
06:50 Hayle, Penpol Terrace (The Big Pink Tree)		1 change
national_expressNX400 · NX406
On time
17:45 Birmingham, Coach Station
13h12
06:57 Crowlas, A30		1 change
national_expressNX400 · NX406
On time
17:45 Birmingham, Coach Station
13h08
06:53 St Erth, A30		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus19:30 Birmingham
13h25
08:55 Penzance, Station Road1 change
national_expressNX10621:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
9h30
07:00 Crowlas, A300 changesdirect
national_expressNX10621:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
9h26
06:56 St Erth, A300 changesdirect
national_expressNX10621:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
9h22
06:52 Hayle, Penpol Terrace (The Big Pink Tree)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to St Ives

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Buses from Birmingham to St Ives run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
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
355 km
Average bus duration
9h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
9h 26m
First bus
03:00
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

Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to St IvesYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to St Ives with National Express for as low as £14. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 46m
Cheapest Price
£30
National Express frequency
5 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 St Ives coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Birmingham to St Ives with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to St Ives.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to St Ives can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to St Ives is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Birmingham to St Ives coach time is 9 h 10 min   covering the 219 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Birmingham to St Ives leaves at 10: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Birmingham to St Ives leaves at 21: 00.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Birmingham to St Ives without having to change trains with National Express. There are 2 direct coaches from Birmingham to St Ives each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to St Ives, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to St Ives. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to St Ives from Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Birmingham to St Ives by coach is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and St Ives including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Birmingham to St Ives has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to St Ives.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Birmingham to St Ives.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to St Ives.
    No, luggage for the coach from Birmingham to St Ives needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Birmingham to St Ives.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to St Ives.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to St Ives.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Birmingham to St Ives.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and St Ives

    Birmingham
    St Ives
    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, Comet Road (Airport)
    information
    Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway
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