4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
7 h 44 m
Average duration
8 h 4 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 14 buses that leave Edinburgh for Birmingham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 395 km distance in an average of 8 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 44 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 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.
NX18311:459h40Edinburgh, Bus Station21:25Birmingham, Coach Station£251One-way0 changes- NX18021:109h35Edinburgh, Bus Station6:45Birmingham, Coach Station£281One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus11:0510h30Edinburgh, Bus Station21:35Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£381One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus8:399h11Edinburgh, Drum Brae South17:50Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£381One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus21:017h44Edinburgh, Drum Brae South4:45Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£401One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus21:017h44Edinburgh, Drum Brae South4:45Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£401One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus20:557h50Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)4:45Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£411One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus20:507h55Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU)4:45Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£411One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus20:458h00Edinburgh, Bus Station4:45Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£411One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:058h50Edinburgh, Bus Station17:55Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£471One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 395 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price | £95 Average Price |
9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 11h15 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 9h30 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:24 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 9h26 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 9h20 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 9h11 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h50 | 17:55 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 10h30 | 21:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| NX183 | Delayed 16:20 11:45Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h40 | 21:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h00 | 4:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 7h55 | 4:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:55 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 7h50 | 4:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:01 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 7h44 | 4:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| NX180 | 21:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h35 | 6:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 11h15 | 9:55 Birmingham | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh to Birmingham run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 395 km distance in 7h 44m.
Distance 395 km |
Average bus duration 8h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 44m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Edinburgh to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Birmingham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Edinburgh to Birmingham
The main carrier operating a coach service from Edinburgh to Birmingham is National Express. Services are inexpensive and relatively frequent with five or six services in operation, depending on the day. The coaches depart from Edinburgh Bus Station in Elder Street and arrive at Birmingham Coach Station. Most services between the two cities are direct, though some services involve changing at Glasgow Buchanan Street or at Leeds Coach Station.
Which coach companies travel from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
National Express is the sole provider that runs coaches from Edinburgh to Birmingham.
How long is the coach from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
Journey times between the Scottish capital and the UK’s second largest city vary from a little over eight hours to up to ten and a half hours, depending on several factors. One factor is the time of day. Coaches leaving Edinburgh and/or arriving in Birmingham at peak times can be slowed down by traffic. The other factor that has an impact on the journey time is whether or not the service is a direct one. Journeys that involve changing at Glasgow Buchanan Street or Leeds Coach Station involve some time spent in the changeover city, which will naturally extend a journey time.
How many coaches are there from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
There are usually five or six services operating from Edinburgh to Birmingham depending on the day. National Express usually runs an early morning coach, as well as an overnight coach for those wanting to sleep and other services at regular intervals throughout the day.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
Departure coach station: Edinburgh Bus Station on Elder Street is located in the city centre and is close to local bus stops, trams and a taxi rank. Facilities include public toilets, baby changing facilities, luggage lockers, payphones, a cash machine, bicycle racks, vending machines, phone chargers and a shop.
Arrival coach station: Birmingham Coach Station is centrally located in Birmingham city centre. The station has good access to local bus routes and is a 10-minute walk away from Birmingham New Street Train Station. There is also a taxi rank at the station. Facilities here include a waiting area, public toilets, coffee shop, newsagent, WiFi and an ATM.
FAQs: Edinburgh to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Birmingham
Most Edinburgh to Birmingham buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square from Edinburgh city centre
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
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.
Most popular bus connections from Edinburgh
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