Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
4 h 9 m
Buses on 05 Sept
12
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bridgend to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgend to Birmingham will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 12 buses from Bridgend to Birmingham, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 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.
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NX202 · NX100
NX201 · NX101
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NX112
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NX202 · NX100
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £87.
Distance: 158 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £87 Average Price | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bridgend to Birmingham:
A coach is £77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bridgend to Birmingham costing on average £87.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 32m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £32. The journey takes 3h 32m versus 3h 1m 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.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX202 · NX100 | 4:00 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 4h30 | 8:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX202 · NX100 | 5:55 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 5h05 | 11:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX201 · NX111 | 6:45 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 5h15 | 12:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX202 · NX100 | 7:55 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 5h05 | 13:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 4h50 | 13:05 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 4h50 | 14:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 4h30 | 15:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
NX112 | 11:35 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 3h25 | 15:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX201 · NX202 · NX111 | 13:55 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 6h05 | 20:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
NX201 · NX101 | 15:55 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 5h40 | 21:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:40 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 3h30 | 21:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX507 · NX422 | 18:00 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon | 8h30 | 2:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Bridgend to Birmingham run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 158 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 1:45 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Creative district with street art, independent shops and converted industrial buildings, popular for urban walks and photography.
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Waterside district of canals, bars and cultural venues, ideal for strolling, boat trips and seeing Birmingham's industrial past.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bridgend to Birmingham buses use the Bridgend, Sarn Odeon to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Hagley Road West. Use this guide to compare Bridgend and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bridgend, Sarn Odeon is 2 km from Bridgend city centre. Public transport options include:
Bridgend, Sarn Odeon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon. ATMs are available at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon.
Ticket office support is available at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon.
Available at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon: Bus stop is 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.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
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.
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