Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£21

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£25

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

4 h 12 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

4 h 59 m

Buses on 05 Sept

4

Distance

175 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.

Fast coaches

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 4 buses from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham, including 3 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 175 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 50 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 ExpressNX561 · NX131
    10:406h50
    Hull, Paragon Interchange
    17:30Birmingham, Coach Station
    £211One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX131
    8:554h35
    Hull, Paragon Interchange
    13:30Birmingham, Coach Station
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX152
    9:404h20
    Hull, Paragon Interchange
    14:00Birmingham, Coach Station
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX152
    9:484h12
    Hull, Fiveways
    14:00Birmingham, Coach Station
    £271One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £57.

Distance: 175 km

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Driving

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£57

Average Price

£45

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 21m

Average total duration

4h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 16m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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The cheapest way to travel from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham is a coach with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham:

A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham costing on average £57.

The fastest way to travel from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kingston upon Hull 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 £19 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £26. The journey takes 4h 51m versus 2h 16m 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.

Direct services are operated by Megabus.

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

Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX1318:45 Hull, Paragon Interchange
4h45
13:30 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1529:40 Hull, Paragon Interchange
4h20
14:00 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1529:48 Hull, Fiveways
4h12
14:00 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX561 · NX13110:25 Hull, Paragon Interchange
7h05
17:30 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change

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National Express as well as Megabus offer coaches services from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Kingston upon Hull 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 Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham

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Buses from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 20:29. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 4h 0m.

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
175 km
Average bus duration
4h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
4h 0m
First bus
2:35
Last bus
20:29
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
28 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, Megabus from Kingston upon Hull to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham with National Express, Megabus for as low as £15. 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 0m
Cheapest National Express Price
£15
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.

What's included in each class

Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Megabus Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest Megabus Price
£27
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

What's included in each class

Compare Megabus classes and the amenities included in each one.

Comfort
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
Front seat
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Leg
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
Reservable
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Standard +
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Table seat
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
Top of stairs
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

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Pound sterling (£)

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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.

FAQs: Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kingston upon Hull 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 Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham is £19; 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 Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham is 4h 0m to travel the 175 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 Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham leaves at 2:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham leaves at 20:29.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham, you can count on National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Kingston upon Hull and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Kingston upon Hull , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Hull, Paragon Interchange, Hull, Fiveways, Hessle, Boothferry Road . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport), Birmingham, Hagley Road West.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Hull, Paragon Interchange, 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 Kingston upon Hull is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kingston upon Hull and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham:
  • 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
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 Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham:
  • 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham:
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.

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Important Stations and Airports in Kingston upon Hull and Birmingham

Most Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham buses use the Hull, Paragon Interchange to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport). Use this guide to compare Kingston upon Hull and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Kingston upon Hull
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham

Which Kingston upon Hull station do buses to Birmingham leave from?

Buses from Kingston upon Hull to Birmingham leave from Hull, Paragon Interchange. The station is 1 km from Kingston upon Hull city centre at Hull Paragon Interchange, Hull, UK.
Hull, Paragon InterchangeHull Paragon Interchange, Hull, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Hull, Paragon Interchange from Kingston upon Hull city centre

Bus8, 10, 12, 15, 33, 11, 111, 40, 34, 110, 13, 14, 21, 11A, 12A, 33C · 6m · £3 · every ~69 min

Hull, Paragon Interchange bus station facilities and services

Hull, Paragon Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several cafes and vending machines available.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located near the ticket office.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hull, Paragon Interchange.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hull, Paragon Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hull, Paragon Interchange: Station is fully accessible with ramps and elevators.

Hull, FivewaysHull (Fiveways), Hull HU4 7AT, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Hull, Fiveways from Kingston upon Hull city centre

Hull, Fiveways is 4 km from Kingston upon Hull city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus20 · 14m · £4 · every ~4 min
59, 58, 55 · 15m · £4 · every ~10 min
61, 20 · 17m · £4 · every ~4 min

Hull, Fiveways bus station facilities and services

Hull, Fiveways 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 Hull, Fiveways. ATMs are available at Hull, Fiveways.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hull, Fiveways.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hull, Fiveways: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hull, Fiveways: Ramp access available.

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