Guildford to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Guildford to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 20 Apr

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

5 h 10 m

Average duration

5 h 36 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

166 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Guildford to Birmingham will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.

Fast coaches

To travel from Guildford to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.

  • National ExpressNX030 · NX541
    13:255h50
    Guildford, Egerton Road
    19:15Birmingham, Coach Station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX030 · NX400
    19:355h10
    Guildford, Egerton Road
    0:45Birmingham, Coach Station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX030 · NX541
    16:255h50
    Guildford, Egerton Road
    22:15Birmingham, Coach Station
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX030 · NX541
    10:555h50
    Guildford, Egerton Road
    16:45Birmingham, Coach Station
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX030 · NX541
    8:205h20
    Guildford, Egerton Road
    13:40Birmingham, Coach Station
    £331One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Guildford to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 166 km

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Train

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£66

Average Price

4h 59m

Average total duration

4h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Guildford to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX030 · NX541
Delayed
10:05 8:20Guildford, Egerton Road
5h20
15:45 15:45Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX541
Delayed
10:05 10:55Guildford, Egerton Road
5h50
16:45 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX541
On time
13:25 Guildford, Egerton Road
5h50
19:15 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX541
On time
16:25 Guildford, Egerton Road
5h50
22:15 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX400
On time
19:35 Guildford, Egerton Road
5h10
0:45 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change

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Why should you book Guildford to Birmingham coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Guildford to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Guildford to Birmingham.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Guildford to Birmingham.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Guildford to Birmingham.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Guildford to Birmingham

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Buses from Guildford to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 20:20. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 4h 45m.

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
166 km
Average bus duration
4h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
4h 45m
First bus
2:15
Last bus
20:20
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
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 from Guildford to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Guildford to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £13. 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
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
£13
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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Guildford to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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 Guildford to Birmingham can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Guildford to Birmingham is £20; 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 Guildford to Birmingham is 4h 45m to travel the 166 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 Guildford to Birmingham leaves at 2:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Guildford to Birmingham leaves at 20:20.
There are 4 coaches a day from Guildford 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 Guildford 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 Guildford and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Birmingham from Guildford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Guildford to Birmingham is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Guildford and Birmingham including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Guildford to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Guildford to Birmingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Guildford 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 Guildford to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Guildford 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 Guildford to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Guildford to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Guildford to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Guildford to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Guildford to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Birmingham

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