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3:206h15
Canterbury
9:35Birmingham
£161One-way
0 changes
4:206h15
Canterbury
10:35Birmingham
£181One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Canterbury to Birmingham

The cheapest option from Canterbury to Birmingham is coach, with an average price of £21. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

Distance: 244 km

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Most popular Coach	Train
£21 Average Price Cheapest option	£56 Average Price
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 26m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.2kg 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

Canterbury to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Birmingham coaches for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
	3:20 Canterbury	6h05	9:25 Birmingham	0 changesdirect
	17:50 Canterbury	6h30	0:20 Birmingham	0 changesdirect
	18:55 Canterbury	6h35	1:30 Birmingham	0 changesdirect
	19:55 Canterbury	5h20	1:15 Birmingham	0 changesdirect
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National Express operates all coaches services from Canterbury to Birmingham.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Birmingham

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 17 buses per day from Canterbury to Birmingham, including direct buses, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 244 km distance in 5h 20m.

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

244 km

Average bus duration

5h 30m

Lowest ticket price

£14

Buses per day

Fastest bus

5h 20m

First bus

2:25

Last bus

23:55

Cheapest Month

Feb

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Fri

Best time to book

7 days

Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £14. 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

5h 20m

Cheapest Price

£14

National Express frequency

8 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: Canterbury to Birmingham coach

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

The earliest coach from Canterbury to Birmingham leaves at 2:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Canterbury to Birmingham leaves at 23:55.

There are 17 coaches a day from Canterbury to Birmingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

When taking a coach from Canterbury to Birmingham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Canterbury and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Canterbury , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Canterbury, University Of Kent, Canterbury, Bus Station, Whitstable, Clapham Hill . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Hagley Road West, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Canterbury, University Of Kent, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a coach from Canterbury to Birmingham is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Canterbury to Birmingham:

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to Birmingham for coach company National Express.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Canterbury to Birmingham 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 Canterbury to Birmingham.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Canterbury to Birmingham:

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 Canterbury to Birmingham:

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Canterbury to Birmingham.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Canterbury to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Canterbury to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Canterbury to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Birmingham

Most Canterbury to Birmingham buses use the Canterbury, University Of Kent to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Hagley Road West. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Canterbury

Arrival bus stations in Birmingham

Which Canterbury station do buses to Birmingham leave from?

Buses from Canterbury to Birmingham leave from Canterbury, University Of Kent. The station is 2 km from Canterbury city centre at University of Kent, Canterbury CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom.

Canterbury, University Of KentUniversity of Kent, Canterbury CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Canterbury, University Of Kent from Canterbury city centre

Canterbury, University Of Kent is 1 km from Canterbury city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A

Canterbury, University Of Kent bus station facilities and services

Canterbury, University Of Kent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located on campus, near the student union.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Elevators, ramps.

Canterbury, St. Georges Lane

City-centre transport

Getting to Canterbury, St. Georges Lane from Canterbury city centre

Bus21, 400, 401, Uni1, Uni2 · 14m · £3 · every ~22 min

Which Birmingham station do buses from Canterbury arrive at?

Buses from Canterbury to Birmingham most often arrive at Birmingham, Coach Station. Some services arrive at Birmingham, Hagley Road West, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Birmingham arrival station.

Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre

Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 97, 6, X2, 3, 97A, 2, 4A, 5, X1 · 4m · £2 · every ~191 min

X2, 4A, X1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5 · 13m · £2 · every ~149 min