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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
8 h 14 m
Average duration
8 h 24 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 £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 14 buses that leave Edinburgh for Birmingham every day 3 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 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 14 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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, 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 £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 £19, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 395 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price | £81 Average Price |
9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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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, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 11h15 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:50 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 10h00 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:53 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 9h57 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:58 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 9h52 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:06 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 9h44 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| NX183 | 08:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h30 | 17:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX591 · NX131 | On time 10:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h25 | 20:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX183 | 11:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h30 | 21:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h30 | 04:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| NX183 · NX181 | 20:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 10h10 | 06:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:20 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 8h25 | 04:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:25 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 8h20 | 04:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:31 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 8h14 | 04:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| NX180 | 21:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h35 | 06:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham
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Buses from Edinburgh to Birmingham run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 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 8h 14m.
Distance 395 km |
Average bus duration 8h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 14m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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 £19. 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
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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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