4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ilford to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ilford to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilford to Birmingham will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ilford for Birmingham every day 1 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 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.
23:252h20Ilford1:45Birmingham£91One-way0 changes
- 23:252h20Ilford1:45Birmingham£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ilford to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ilford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Ilford to Birmingham coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Ilford to Birmingham.
- 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 FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Ilford to Birmingham.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- 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 Ilford to Birmingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Ilford to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ilford to Birmingham
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Buses from Ilford to Birmingham run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 20 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 170 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 170 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus from Ilford to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Ilford to Birmingham with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ilford to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and Birmingham
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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