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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Inverness to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for 22 Aug
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
11 h 55 m
Average duration
14 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
575 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Inverness to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Birmingham will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £64.
Fast coaches
To travel from Inverness to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus16:5011h55Inverness, Bus Station4:45Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£641One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus16:5017h05Inverness, Bus Station9:55Birmingham£771One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus16:5011h55Inverness, Bus Station4:45Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£641One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus16:5017h05Inverness, Bus Station9:55Birmingham£771One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Inverness to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 575 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£42 Average Price Cheapest | £134 Average Price | £319 Average Price |
11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Inverness to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Birmingham coaches for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 11h55 | 4:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Inverness to Birmingham coaches with Omio?
Megabus as well as FlixBus or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd offer coaches services from Inverness to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Inverness to Birmingham.
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Inverness 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 Megabus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Inverness 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 FlixBus or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Birmingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Inverness to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Inverness to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Inverness to Birmingham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 575 km distance in 11h 55m.
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 575 km |
Average bus duration 10h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 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: Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Inverness to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Inverness to Birmingham with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 55m
Cheapest Price
£23
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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 Duration
11h 20m
Cheapest Price
£29
Megabus frequency
2 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.
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 35m
Cheapest Price
£65
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Birmingham
Things to do in Birmingham
Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.
- Must visit
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Science museum with interactive galleries on industry, transport and invention, making it a strong family-friendly visit.
- Recommended
Pen Museum
Independent museum in a converted factory, exploring Birmingham's pen trade with demonstrations and hands-on exhibits.
- Must visit
Digbeth
Creative district with street art, independent shops and converted industrial buildings, popular for urban walks and photography.
- Must visit
Jewellery Quarter
Historic quarter known for jewellery workshops, heritage trails, museums and distinctive Georgian and Victorian streetscapes.
- Recommended
Brindleyplace
Waterside district of canals, bars and cultural venues, ideal for strolling, boat trips and seeing Birmingham's industrial past.
Balti
A Birmingham-born curry with spiced meat in rich tomato gravy. It reflects the city’s famed Balti Triangle and its South Asian culinary heritage.
Black Country faggots and peas
A slow-cooked stew of beef, vegetables and stock topped with sliced potatoes. A Black Country classic closely associated with the Birmingham area.
Faggots
Pork offal sausage traditionally served with peas, mash and gravy. It is a long-standing working-class dish from the Black Country near Birmingham.
Simpsons
Elegant modern dining in Edgbaston with refined tasting menus and polished service in a calm, intimate setting.
Anderson & Hill
Popular Jewish-style deli and restaurant famous for piled-high sandwiches, baked treats and relaxed daytime dining.
Shababs
Lively Indian restaurant in the Balti Triangle, known for Balti dishes cooked in pressed-steel bowls and a bustling local atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
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.
TfWM
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless payment is widely accepted on buses and trams via Swift Go, which caps fares automatically for eligible journeys.
- Check TfWM for disruptions and city-centre stop changes before travel, as Birmingham city-centre bus routing can change during roadworks.
FAQs: Inverness to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Inverness to Birmingham can start from as little as £30 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Inverness to Birmingham is £47; 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 Inverness to Birmingham is 11h 55m to travel the 575 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 Inverness to Birmingham leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Inverness to Birmingham leaves at 23:55.
There are 1 coaches a day from Inverness to Birmingham which require at least one change with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Inverness to Birmingham, you can count on Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Inverness and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Inverness , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Inverness, Bus Station . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Birmingham, Brunel Street.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Inverness, Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Birmingham from Inverness is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 11h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Inverness to Birmingham is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Inverness and Birmingham including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Inverness 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Inverness to Birmingham for coach company Megabus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Inverness 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.
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
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 Inverness to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Inverness 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Inverness 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Inverness to Birmingham. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Inverness to Birmingham with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Inverness to Birmingham with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Inverness to Birmingham with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Birmingham
Most Inverness to Birmingham buses use the Inverness, Bus Station to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Inverness
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham
Which Inverness station do buses to Birmingham leave from?
Buses from Inverness to Birmingham leave from Inverness, Bus Station. The station is from Inverness city centre at Inverness Bus Station, Margaret St, Inverness IV1 1LT, UK.
Inverness, Bus StationInverness Bus Station, Margaret St, Inverness IV1 1LT, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Inverness, Bus Station from Inverness city centre
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Inverness, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Inverness, Bus Station 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 Inverness, Bus Station. ATMs are available at Inverness, Bus Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Inverness, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Inverness, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness, Bus Station: Wheelchair access provided.
Which Birmingham station do buses from Inverness arrive at?
Buses from Inverness to Birmingham most often arrive at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Some services arrive at Birmingham, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Birmingham arrival station.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street QueenswayGreat Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Bus822, X8, 12, 24, 126, 13, 23, X10, 829, 9 · 2m · £2 · every ~153 min
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway 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 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
BirminghamUpper Crust Digbeth, Coach Station, 52-56 Spencer House, Birmingham B5 6DQ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham from Birmingham city centre
TRUE
Birmingham bus station facilities and services
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Birmingham, Brunel StreetBirmingham Brunel Street, Brunel Street, B5 4AF
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