Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing times and prices for 14 Jan

Cheapest price

£15

Average price

£45

Fastest journey

4 h 25 m

Average duration

4 h 52 m

Buses per day

24

Distance

195 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.

Fast coaches

Of the 24 buses that leave Bournemouth station (BMH) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 195 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 18 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.

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
09:557h05
Bournemouth, Coach Station
17:00Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£151One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
06:256h30
Bournemouth, Coach Station
12:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£151One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
16:106h40
Bournemouth, Coach Station
22:50Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£151One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX160
07:454h45
Bournemouth, Coach Station
12:30Birmingham, Coach Station
£171One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX160
11:104h50
Bournemouth, Coach Station
16:00Birmingham, Coach Station
£171One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 195 km

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Train

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£74

Average Price

5h 27m

Average total duration

4h 57m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 59m

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Fastest

3h 29m

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Live departures

Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coaches for today, Tuesday 13 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:50
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus12:10 Bournemouth station (BMH)
5h55
18:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus15:10 Bournemouth station (BMH)
6h40
21:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesdirect
Wednesday 14 January
national_expressNX035 · NX40001:32 Westbourne, Poole Road
7h38
09:10 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX400
Delayed
07:25 01:50Bournemouth, Coach Station
7h20
09:10 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX210
Delayed
05:12 Westbourne, Poole Road
5h18
12:00 12:00Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX210
Delayed
07:25 05:30Bournemouth, Coach Station
5h00
12:00 12:00Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus06:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
6h30
12:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX210
On time
07:05 Westbourne, Poole Road
5h55
13:00 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX16007:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h45
12:30 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035 · NX40008:25 Bournemouth, University
7h45
16:10 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX210
On time
09:15 Westbourne, Poole Road
6h20
15:35 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX210
On time
09:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station
5h55
15:35 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX550
On time
11:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station
6h10
17:50 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX210
On time
15:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
5h30
21:00 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX550
On time
17:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
5h55
23:25 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX210
On time
20:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
5h50
02:20 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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Buses from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 29 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:32, the last at 19:30. The fastest coach covers the 195 km distance in 4h 25m.

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
195 km
Average bus duration
4h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
29
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
4h 25m
First bus
00:32
Last bus
19:30
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 Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)You can travel by bus between Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with National Express for as low as £12. 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
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£14
National Express frequency
25 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: Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is £26; 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 Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is 4 h 25 min   to travel the 120 mile long route, with around there are 20 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 02: 17. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 19: 15.
There are 20 coaches a day from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Birmingham New Street (BHM). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bournemouth station (BMH) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Birmingham New Street (BHM) from Bournemouth station (BMH) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
    No, luggage for the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).

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