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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Fareham to Birmingham
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£0.00
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
4 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
6 h 23 m
Buses on 20 Sept
5
Distance
188 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Fareham to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast coaches
To travel from Fareham to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.
14:429h23Fareham0:05BirminghamFind prices2 changes
10:156h15Fareham16:30Birmingham£381One-way1 change- 13:156h10Fareham19:25Birmingham£381One-way1 change
- 16:204h45Fareham21:05Birmingham£381One-way1 change
- 19:405h20Fareham1:00Birmingham£381One-way1 change
- 16:204h45Fareham21:05Birmingham£381One-way1 change
- 19:405h20Fareham1:00Birmingham£381One-way1 change
- 13:156h10Fareham19:25Birmingham£381One-way1 change
- 10:156h15Fareham16:30Birmingham£381One-way1 change
- 14:429h23Fareham0:05BirminghamFind prices2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Fareham to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Fareham to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £103.
Distance: 188 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price | £46 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Fareham to Birmingham is a coach with an average price of £22.
This is compared to other travel options from Fareham to Birmingham:
A coach is £81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fareham to Birmingham costing on average £103.
The fastest way to travel from Fareham to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 3h 8m.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 35m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Fareham and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 6h 35m versus 2h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Fareham to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fareham to Birmingham coaches for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 18:05 Fareham | 6h15 | 0:20 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
| 10:15 Fareham | 6h15 | 16:30 Birmingham | 1 change | |
| 13:15 Fareham | 6h10 | 19:25 Birmingham | 1 change | |
| 14:42 Fareham | 9h23 | 0:05 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
| 16:20 Fareham | 4h45 | 21:05 Birmingham | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Fareham to Birmingham coaches with Omio?
National Express as well as First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport offer coaches services from Fareham to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Fareham to Birmingham.
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 First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport to find the best option for your trip from Fareham to Birmingham.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Fareham to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fareham to Birmingham
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Buses from Fareham to Birmingham run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 19:40. The fastest coach covers the 188 km distance in 5h 40m.
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 188 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 2:25 |
Last bus 19:40 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
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
Bus providers: National Express, First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport from Fareham to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Fareham to Birmingham with National Express, First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport for as low as £18. 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 National Express Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest National Express Price
£38
National Express frequency
6 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.
First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport Duration
9h 14m
First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport frequency
1 a day
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Things to do in Birmingham
Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.
- Must visit
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Science museum with interactive galleries on industry, transport and invention, making it a strong family-friendly visit.
- Recommended
Pen Museum
Independent museum in a converted factory, exploring Birmingham's pen trade with demonstrations and hands-on exhibits.
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Digbeth
Creative district with street art, independent shops and converted industrial buildings, popular for urban walks and photography.
- Must visit
Jewellery Quarter
Historic quarter known for jewellery workshops, heritage trails, museums and distinctive Georgian and Victorian streetscapes.
- Recommended
Brindleyplace
Waterside district of canals, bars and cultural venues, ideal for strolling, boat trips and seeing Birmingham's industrial past.
Balti
A Birmingham-born curry with spiced meat in rich tomato gravy. It reflects the city’s famed Balti Triangle and its South Asian culinary heritage.
Black Country faggots and peas
A slow-cooked stew of beef, vegetables and stock topped with sliced potatoes. A Black Country classic closely associated with the Birmingham area.
Faggots
Pork offal sausage traditionally served with peas, mash and gravy. It is a long-standing working-class dish from the Black Country near Birmingham.
Simpsons
Elegant modern dining in Edgbaston with refined tasting menus and polished service in a calm, intimate setting.
Anderson & Hill
Popular Jewish-style deli and restaurant famous for piled-high sandwiches, baked treats and relaxed daytime dining.
Shababs
Lively Indian restaurant in the Balti Triangle, known for Balti dishes cooked in pressed-steel bowls and a bustling local atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless payment is widely accepted on buses and trams via Swift Go, which caps fares automatically for eligible journeys.
- Check TfWM for disruptions and city-centre stop changes before travel, as Birmingham city-centre bus routing can change during roadworks.
FAQs: Fareham to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fareham 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Fareham to Birmingham can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Fareham to Birmingham is £22; 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 Fareham to Birmingham is 5h 40m to travel the 188 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 Fareham to Birmingham leaves at 2:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Fareham to Birmingham leaves at 19:40.
There are 12 coaches a day from Fareham 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 Fareham 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 Fareham and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Fareham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Fareham, Fareham, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Hagley Road West.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Fareham, Fareham, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Birmingham from Fareham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Fareham to Birmingham is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Fareham and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Fareham to Birmingham:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Fareham to Birmingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Fareham 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 Fareham to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Fareham 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 Fareham to Birmingham:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Fareham to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Fareham to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Fareham to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Fareham to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Fareham and Birmingham
Most Fareham to Birmingham buses use the Fareham, Fareham to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Fareham and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Fareham
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham
Which Fareham station do buses to Birmingham leave from?
Buses from Fareham to Birmingham leave from Fareham, Fareham. The station is from Fareham city centre at Fareham, Fareham PO16 0JJ, UK.
Fareham, FarehamFareham, Fareham PO16 0JJ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Fareham, Fareham from Fareham city centre
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Fareham, Fareham bus station facilities and services
Fareham, Fareham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fareham, Fareham. ATMs are available at Fareham, Fareham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fareham, Fareham.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fareham, Fareham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fareham, Fareham: The bus station is accessible to people with disabilities.
Which Birmingham station do buses from Fareham arrive at?
Buses from Fareham to Birmingham most often arrive at Birmingham, Coach Station. Some services arrive at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Birmingham arrival station.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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
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.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street QueenswayGreat Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Bus822, X8, 12, 24, 126, 13, 23, X10, 829, 9 · 2m · £2 · every ~153 min
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
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