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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Showing times and prices for 16 Jun
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
66 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Fast coaches
Of the 15 buses that leave Cheltenham Spa (CNM) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.
NX10416:351h25Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane)18:00Birmingham, Coach Station£121One-way0 changes- NX10022:401h15Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station23:55Birmingham, Coach Station£131One-way0 changes
- NX10015:001h30Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane)16:30Birmingham, Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
- NX10017:501h25Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane)19:15Birmingham, Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
- NX1002:051h30Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane)3:35Birmingham, Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
- NX10022:401h15Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station23:55Birmingham, Coach Station£131One-way0 changes
- NX1002:201h15Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station3:35Birmingham, Coach Station£171One-way0 changes
- NX10011:401h20Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane)13:00Birmingham, Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
- NX10019:101h20Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane)20:30Birmingham, Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
- NX10010:101h20Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane)11:30Birmingham, Coach Station£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 66 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coaches for today, Monday 15 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus | 8:50 Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 1h05 | 9:55 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 · NX100 | 10:15 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 2h45 | 13:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX100 | 10:40 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 1h20 | 12:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 1h05 | 12:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 11:40 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 1h20 | 13:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 · NX100 | 13:40 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 2h50 | 16:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX444 · NX104 | 14:45 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 3h15 | 18:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX100 | 15:00 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 1h30 | 16:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 · NX100 | 16:10 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 3h05 | 19:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX104 | 16:35 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 1h25 | 18:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 17:50 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 1h25 | 19:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX445 · NX100 | 18:20 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 2h10 | 20:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX100 | 19:10 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 1h20 | 20:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:45 Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 1h05 | 21:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 22:25 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 1h30 | 23:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 22:40 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1h15 | 23:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 16 June | |||||
| NX100 | 2:05 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 1h30 | 3:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 2:20 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1h15 | 3:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coaches with Omio?
National Express as well as FlixBus or Megabus offer coaches services from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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 FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Buses from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 66 km distance in 1h 5m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Distance 66 km |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 1:05 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)You can travel by bus between Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£7
National Express frequency
11 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.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
£12
Megabus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
FAQs: Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is £12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is 1h 5m to travel the 66 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 1:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 22:40.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), you can count on National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for the best way to get you to Birmingham New Street (BHM). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Birmingham New Street (BHM) from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
- 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) for coach company National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
- 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.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM). The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
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