Birmingham to Thornton Heath bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Thornton Heath

Showing times and prices for 09 Nov

Cheapest price

£11

Average price

£11

Fastest journey

2 h 55 m

Average duration

2 h 55 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

172 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Birmingham to Thornton Heath will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Birmingham for Thornton Heath 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 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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.

Megabus
17:352h55
Birmingham
20:30Thornton Heath
£111One-way
0 changes
Megabus
09:352h55
Birmingham
12:30Thornton Heath
£111One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Thornton Heath

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Thornton Heath 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 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 172 km

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Train

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£48

Average Price

4h 3m

Average total duration

3h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 14m

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30m

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Avanti West Coast

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Live departures

Birmingham to Thornton Heath bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Thornton Heath coaches for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 00:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
megb09:35 Birmingham
2h55
12:30 Thornton Heath0 changesdirect
megb17:35 Birmingham
2h55
20:30 Thornton Heath0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Thornton Heath

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Buses from Birmingham to Thornton Heath run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 172 km distance in 2h 55m.

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
172 km
Average bus duration
3h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
2h 55m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:45
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: Megabus, FlixBus from Birmingham to Thornton HeathYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Thornton Heath with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 4m
Cheapest Price
£26
FlixBus frequency
28 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£11
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

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