4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Burnley to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Burnley to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burnley to Birmingham will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Burnley to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.
NX540 · NX5419:105h30Burnley, Bus Station14:40Birmingham, Coach Station£181One-way1 change- RL152 · NX42420:286h17Burnley, Bus Station2:45Birmingham, Coach Station£341One-way1 change
- NX540 · NX5419:105h30Burnley, Bus Station14:40Birmingham, Coach Station£181One-way1 change
- RL152 · NX42420:286h17Burnley, Bus Station2:45Birmingham, Coach Station£341One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Burnley to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burnley to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 148 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Burnley to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Burnley to Birmingham coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:45 Burnley | 6h10 | 13:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:10 Burnley | 5h30 | 13:40 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Burnley to Birmingham by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of The Burnley Bus Company to find the best option for your trip from Burnley to Birmingham.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Burnley to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Burnley to Birmingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 148 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 148 km |
Average bus duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 2:00 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express, The Burnley Bus Company from Burnley to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Burnley to Birmingham with National Express, The Burnley Bus Company for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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The Burnley Bus Company
FAQs: Burnley to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burnley and Birmingham
Most Burnley to Birmingham buses use the Burnley, Bus Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Burnley and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Burnley, Bus Station from Burnley city centre
Which Birmingham station do buses from Burnley arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
Most popular bus connections from Burnley
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