Bournemouth to Wolverhampton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£54

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£62

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

6 h 40 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

7 h 18 m

Buses on 05 Sept

4

Distance

208 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.

Fast coaches

To travel from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton you need to make at least one change.

  • National ExpressNX035 · NX210
    14:307h40
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    22:10Wolverhampton, Bus Station
    £541One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX035 · NX210
    18:157h00
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    1:15Wolverhampton, Bus Station
    £611One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX035 · NX210
    20:307h50
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    4:20Wolverhampton, Bus Station
    £641One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX035 · NX210
    13:006h40
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    19:40Wolverhampton, Bus Station
    £681One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Wolverhampton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, while a coach costs an average of £55.

Distance: 208 km

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Coach
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Train
Driving

£55

Average Price

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

£42

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 58m

Average total duration

6h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 29m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton is a train with an average price of £30.

This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton:

A train is £25 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton costing on average £55.

The fastest way to travel from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton is by train with an average journey time of 4h 8m.

Other travel options to Wolverhampton take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bournemouth and Wolverhampton including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £55 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-13.39. The journey takes 6h 28m versus 3h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Bournemouth to Wolverhampton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Wolverhampton coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express13:00 Bournemouth
6h50
19:50 Wolverhampton0 changesdirect
National Express15:30 Bournemouth
7h00
22:30 Wolverhampton0 changesdirect
National Express19:30 Bournemouth
6h50
2:20 Wolverhampton0 changesdirect

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National Express operates all coaches services from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton

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Buses from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £28 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 208 km distance in 7h 50m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £28
Distance
208 km
Average bus duration
6h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£45
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
7h 50m
First bus
2:05
Last bus
23:35
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
21 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £28

Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to WolverhamptonYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Wolverhampton with National Express for as low as £28. 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 National Express Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest National Express Price
£45
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.

What's included in each class

Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

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Things to do in Wolverhampton

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  • Must visit

Wolverhampton Art Gallery

City art gallery and museum with Pop Art, local history and changing exhibitions in a central historic building.

  • Must visit

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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  • Recommended

BCLM Lock Museum

Canal-side museum exploring lock making heritage, with working displays and period buildings in the Black Country Living Museum campus.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and eating out cost less than in London, while local buses and casual dining are fairly affordable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Bournemouth to Wolverhampton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton can start from as little as £45 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Wolverhampton is £55; 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 to Wolverhampton is 7h 50m to travel the 208 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 Bournemouth to Wolverhampton leaves at 2:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton leaves at 23:35.
There are 4 coaches a day from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton 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 to Wolverhampton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Wolverhampton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bournemouth and Wolverhampton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Wolverhampton from Bournemouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bournemouth and Wolverhampton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton 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 Bournemouth to Wolverhampton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton:
  • 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 Bournemouth to Wolverhampton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Wolverhampton

Most Bournemouth to Wolverhampton buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to Wolverhampton, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Wolverhampton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bournemouth
Arrival bus stations in Wolverhampton
Bournemouth, Coach Station
City-centre transport

Getting to Bournemouth, Coach Station from Bournemouth city centre

Bus13, 5, 6, 50, m1, 12, 13A, N5, N1, 11, 21 · 6m · £2 · every ~74 min
m1, 5, 6, 50, 13, 12, 13A, 21, 11, N5, N1 · 7m · £2 · every ~74 min

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