Harrogate to Birmingham bus with National Express

Thu 05 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Harrogate to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 06 Feb

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

4 h 50 m

Average duration

5 h 15 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

170 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Harrogate to Birmingham will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Harrogate 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 170 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 39 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.

National Express
11:104h50
Harrogate
16:00Birmingham
£131One-way
0 changes
National Express
14:465h39
Harrogate
20:25Birmingham
£241One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Harrogate to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrogate 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 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £38.

Distance: 170 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£67

Average Price

4h 22m

Average total duration

3h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Most popular train company

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Harrogate to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Harrogate to Birmingham coaches for today, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:08
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressRL36 · NX133
Delayed
07:15 Harrogate, Station Parade
4h45
13:30 13:30Birmingham, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressRL36 · NX131
Delayed
08:18 Harrogate, Station Parade
4h42
16:00 16:00Birmingham, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressRL36 · NX133
On time
09:10 Harrogate, Station Parade
4h20
13:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressRL36 · NX131
Delayed
10:10 Harrogate, Station Parade
4h45
16:00 16:00Birmingham, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressRL36 · NX133
On time
11:10 Harrogate, Station Parade
4h50
16:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressRL36 · NX131
On time
12:10 Harrogate, Station Parade
4h50
17:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressRL36 · NX18313:10 Harrogate, Station Parade
4h05
17:15 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
national_expressRL36 · NX13214:10 Harrogate, Station Parade
5h05
19:15 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
national_expressRL36 · NX131
On time
15:08 Harrogate, Station Parade
5h02
20:10 Birmingham, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressRL36 · NX18315:45 Harrogate, Station Parade
5h40
21:25 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
national_expressRL36 · NX18022:20 Harrogate, Station Parade
8h25
06:45 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Harrogate to Birmingham

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Buses from Harrogate to Birmingham run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 170 km distance in 4h 25m.

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
170 km
Average bus duration
3h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
4h 25m
First bus
02:25
Last bus
23:53
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, Transdev Harrogate from Harrogate to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Harrogate to Birmingham with National Express, Transdev Harrogate 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 25m
Cheapest Price
£13
National Express frequency
12 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.

Transdev Harrogate

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 30m
Transdev Harrogate frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Harrogate to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrogate 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 Harrogate to Birmingham can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Harrogate 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 Harrogate to Birmingham is 4h 25m to travel the 170 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 Harrogate to Birmingham leaves at 2:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Harrogate to Birmingham leaves at 23:53.
There are 12 coaches a day from Harrogate to Birmingham which require at least one change with National Express, Transdev Harrogate. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Harrogate to Birmingham, you can count on National Express, Transdev Harrogate for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Harrogate and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Birmingham from Harrogate is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Harrogate to Birmingham is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Harrogate and Birmingham including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Harrogate to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Harrogate to Birmingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Harrogate 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 Harrogate to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Harrogate 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 Harrogate to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Harrogate to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Harrogate to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Harrogate to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Harrogate to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Harrogate and Birmingham

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