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Wolverhampton Art Gallery
City art gallery and museum with Pop Art, local history and changing exhibitions in a central historic building.
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Wolverhampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Wolverhampton will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 buses that leave Birmingham for Wolverhampton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 19 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 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.
NX422
NX422Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Wolverhampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 19 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Wolverhampton coaches for tomorrow, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX422 | 3:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0h45 | 4:25 Wolverhampton, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Birmingham to Wolverhampton run on average 2 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 19 km distance in 45m.
Distance 19 km |
Average bus duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 0:12 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Wolverhampton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wolverhampton trip today.
City art gallery and museum with Pop Art, local history and changing exhibitions in a central historic building.
Compact local museum telling the story of RAF lives and wartime experience through artefacts, documents and volunteer knowledge.
Canal-side museum exploring lock making heritage, with working displays and period buildings in the Black Country Living Museum campus.
Large Victorian park with a boating lake, conservatory, sports facilities and pleasant walks close to the city centre.
Main civic square framed by major public buildings, often used for events, seasonal installations and city-centre gatherings.
Leafy suburban park with lakes, woodland walks and open lawns, popular with locals for peaceful outdoor time.
A Black Country faggot is a seasoned pork and offal meatball, traditionally baked and served with gravy. It is a classic working-class dish around Wolverhampton.
Thickly sliced bread spread with pork dripping and often topped with salt. A traditional Midlands snack linked to the region’s industrial heritage.
A battered and fried fish-and-chip shop staple, usually cod or haddock with chips. It is deeply rooted in everyday local eating culture in Wolverhampton.
Established city-centre restaurant serving Indian street food and curries in a stylish, lively setting popular for group dining.
Traditional pub setting known for cask ales and hearty British pub food. Suits visitors wanting a classic local drinking and dining experience.
Long-running local favourite for South Indian vegetarian dishes, dosas and thalis. Casual atmosphere and widely known among Wolverhampton diners.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and eating out cost less than in London, while local buses and casual dining are fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Wolverhampton Bus Station -> Wolverhampton City Centre
There's hardly any time of the day or night when passengers can't travel between England's second-largest city, Birmingham, and the market town of Wolverhampton. Apart from a brief gap in the very early morning, departures are spread right around the clock. Although travel times vary slightly, there's never any need to switch coaches.
National Express provides coaches between Birmingham and Wolverhampton seven days a week, as well as to many other destinations around the UK.
Coaches from Birmingham to Wolverhampton can take as little as 33 minutes. A few journeys last as long as 90 minutes, but most are well under an hour. Even the longer services are direct, with no changes required.
Around 18 coaches per day travel between Birmingham and Wolverhampton. Services kick off in time for the morning rush hour and continue right up until the small hours of the morning. Most departures are about 90 minutes apart, with a cluster around lunchtime and another flurry of activity in the early evening. The weekend schedule is almost identical, with no dropping off in the quality of the service.
Departure bus station: Birmingham Coach Station, Mill Lane, has a better-than-average set of amenities, including all-hours opening, WiFi, charging points, a newsagents, a cafeteria and an eatery selling hot food. The Bullring and Grand Central shopping mall is a 5 to 10-minute walk west of the station, along with the town's theatres, restaurants, pubs and clubs. Moor Street, New Street and Snow Hill railway stations are all less than a mile away, with services to and from Kidderminster, Stratford-upon-Avon, Solihull and Worcester, plus metro trams around the city.
Arrival bus station: National Express services operate from Bay E of Wolverhampton Bus Station on Victoria Street. The station has a coffee shop and dining area. The town centre, with its casino, theatre and wide choice of places to eat and shop, is directly to the north and west, making it extremely convenient for day trippers, tourists and visitors of all kinds.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Wolverhampton buses use the Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) to Wolverhampton, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Wolverhampton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants available in the airport terminal.
Free WiFi available. ATMs are aTMs available inside the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).
Available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Facilities accessible for disabled persons.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Wolverhampton, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free WiFi available at the waiting area. ATMs are available at Wolverhampton, Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at Wolverhampton, Bus Station.
Available at Wolverhampton, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wolverhampton, Bus Station: Fully accessible including ramps and elevators.
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