Brighton to Birmingham International Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

13 h 5 m

Average duration

13 h 5 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

212 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Brighton for Birmingham International Airport 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 212 km distance in an average of 13 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 13 h 5 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.

National Express
21:5013h05
Brighton
10:55Birmingham International Airport
£241One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Brighton to Birmingham International Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £36.

Distance: 212 km

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Train

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£58

Average Price

5h 19m

Average total duration

4h 49m

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Additional time*

2h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 27m

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Live departures

Brighton to Birmingham International Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Birmingham International Airport coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:01
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express21:50 Brighton
13h05
10:55 Birmingham International Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport

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Buses from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 19:47, the last at 21:50. The fastest coach covers the 212 km distance in 5h 8m.

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
212 km
Average bus duration
4h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
28
Fastest bus
5h 8m
First bus
19:47
Last bus
21:50
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 Brighton to Birmingham International AirportYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Birmingham International Airport with National Express for as low as £18. 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 33m
Cheapest Price
£24
National Express frequency
28 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.

FAQs: Brighton to Birmingham International Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) can start from as little as £30 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is £39; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is on average 11 h 5 min   for the 131 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The coach from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) leaves at 22: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
There are 27 coaches a day from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Brighton and Birmingham International Airport (BHX) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is September.
You have options as you can travel to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) from Brighton 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
    No, luggage for the coach from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Brighton to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).

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