4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lancaster to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lancaster to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Birmingham will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Lancaster 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 187 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lancaster to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. 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 £17, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 187 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lancaster to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Birmingham coaches for today, Saturday 31 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:30 Lancaster | 4h20 | 16:50 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:40 Lancaster | 4h20 | 17:00 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:20 Lancaster | 4h10 | 17:30 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 1 February | |||||
| 01:40 Lancaster | 3h45 | 05:25 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lancaster to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Lancaster to Birmingham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £16 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 187 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 187 km |
Average bus duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Lancaster to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Lancaster to Birmingham with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
FAQs: Lancaster to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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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