Birmingham to Thornaby bus with National Express

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Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Thornaby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Thornaby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £44.

Distance: 232 km

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Train

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

£44

Average Price

5h 15m

Average total duration

4h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 1m

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Live departures

Birmingham to Thornaby bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Thornaby coaches for today, Wednesday 6 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express18:15 Birmingham
5h45
0:00 Thornaby0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to Thornaby by coach or train

Compare coach and train 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.

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Why should you book Birmingham to Thornaby coaches with Omio?

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

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 Thornaby.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

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

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Thornaby

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Buses from Birmingham to Thornaby run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 232 km distance in 5h 45m.

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
232 km
Average bus duration
4h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
11
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
5h 45m
First bus
0:25
Last bus
21:00
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
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 ThornabyYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Thornaby with National Express for as low as £18. 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
£18
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 Thornaby coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Thornaby can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Thornaby 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 Thornaby is 5h 45m to travel the 232 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 Thornaby leaves at 0:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Thornaby leaves at 21:00.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Birmingham to Thornaby with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Thornaby, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Thornaby. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Thornaby and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Thornaby from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Thornaby is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Thornaby including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Thornaby:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Thornaby for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Thornaby 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 Thornaby.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Thornaby:
  • 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 Thornaby:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Thornaby.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Thornaby with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Thornaby with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Thornaby with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Thornaby

Birmingham
Thornaby
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

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