Gloucester to Birmingham bus with National Express

Thu 27 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gloucester to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

1 h 44 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

72 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gloucester to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gloucester to Birmingham will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.

Fast coaches

Of the 8 buses that leave Gloucester for Birmingham every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
18:401h35
Gloucester, Transport Hub
20:15Birmingham
£81One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX100
07:551h35
Gloucester, Transport Hub
09:30Birmingham, Coach Station
£181One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX444 · NX100
16:053h10
Gloucester, Transport Hub
19:15Birmingham, Coach Station
£191One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX100
01:501h45
Gloucester, Transport Hub
03:35Birmingham, Coach Station
£191One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX100
22:101h45
Gloucester, Transport Hub
23:55Birmingham, Coach Station
£191One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Birmingham 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 1h 11m. 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 £5, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 72 km

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Train

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£21

Average Price

2h 17m

Average total duration

1h 47m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Gloucester to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Birmingham coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus17:40 Gloucester
1h35
19:15 Birmingham0 changesdirect
national_express20:50 Gloucester
1h45
22:35 Birmingham0 changesdirect
Friday 28 November
national_expressNX10001:50 Gloucester, Transport Hub
1h45
03:35 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Gloucester to Birmingham

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Buses from Gloucester to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 72 km distance in 1h 20m.

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
72 km
Average bus duration
1h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
1h 20m
First bus
00:15
Last bus
23:55
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 from Gloucester to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Gloucester to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £5. 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 Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£8
National Express frequency
4 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.

FAQs: Gloucester to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Gloucester to Birmingham can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Gloucester to Birmingham is £17; 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 Gloucester to Birmingham is 1 h 20 min   to travel the 45 mile long journey, with around there are 5 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Gloucester to Birmingham leaves at 01: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Gloucester to Birmingham leaves at 21: 50.
There are 5 coaches a day from Gloucester to Birmingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Gloucester to Birmingham coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to Birmingham from Gloucester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Gloucester, Transport Hub, which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Birmingham from Gloucester is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Gloucester to Birmingham by coach is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Birmingham from Gloucester including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Gloucester to Birmingham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Gloucester to Birmingham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Gloucester to Birmingham.

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  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Gloucester to Birmingham.
    No, luggage for the coach from Gloucester to Birmingham needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Gloucester to Birmingham.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Gloucester to Birmingham.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Gloucester to Birmingham.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Gloucester to Birmingham.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Birmingham

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    The major coach station for departures in Gloucester is Gloucester, Transport Hub. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gloucester, Transport Hub for your trip from Gloucester to Birmingham.
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