4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 14 buses that leave Cardiff for Birmingham every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 142 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. 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 £9, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 142 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Birmingham coaches for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX216 · NX100 | On time 18:05 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h50 | 23:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX216 · NX100 | On time 22:10 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h25 | 03:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
| NX202 · NX106 | 02:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h55 | 07:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX202 · NX100 | 04:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h45 | 09:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 06:10 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h45 | 09:55 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX202 · NX101 | Delayed 06:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h20 | 15:15 15:15Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX112 | 11:20 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 2h40 | 14:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 3h30 | 15:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX202 · NX100 | 15:05 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 4h10 | 19:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 16:00 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 4h15 | 20:15 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Birmingham.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Birmingham
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Buses from Cardiff to Birmingham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 142 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 142 km |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Cardiff to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Birmingham with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Cardiff to Birmingham
Bus services between Cardiff and Birmingham are provided by National Express. This coach operator runs five buses every day, and the trip has an average duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes. The first bus of the day departs after 7:00 a.m., but service ends relatively early, since there are no buses connecting these two cities after 3:30 p.m. All buses between Cardiff and Birmingham are direct. The departure station is located in Sophia Gardens, which are a 10-15 minute walk from Cardiff city centre. Coaches arrive at Birmingham bus station, situated in Mill Lane and only a short 5-minute walk from the Bullring and the main attractions and amenities in the city centre.
Taking the Bus from Cardiff
As a result of the old Cardiff central bus station closing to make way for a brand new Interchange due to open in 2018, buses from Cardiff to Birmingham now depart from the coach station at Sophia Gardens on the west side of Cooper's Field. Open all day and night, the station is within a few hundred metres of city attractions such as Cardiff Castle, Cardiff Museum and the Capitol Shopping Centre. It is just a 2-3 minute walk from the bus stops on Castle Street and Westgate Street.
Getting into Birmingham by Bus
Birmingham is the second largest city in the UK, and as such it has a whole host of amenities and attractions embracing both the arts and sport - it has its very own symphony orchestra and ballet company, and it's also home to Aston Villa and Birmingham City football clubs, and Edgbaston Cricket Ground. The arrival point for buses from Cardiff is Birmingham coach station, situated on Mill Lane, close to the city centre. The Bull Ring indoor market, Moor Street railway station and Villa Park football stadium are all close by - around 5-7 minutes by bus. Bus stops outside the station offer good links to the Birmingham suburbs, with Moseley and King's Heath around 20-25 minutes away depending on traffic. Bus services aren't operational from midnight to early morning.
FAQs: Cardiff to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Birmingham
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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