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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing times and prices for 16 Nov

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

5 h 10 m

Average duration

5 h 18 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

123 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave London Luton Airport (LUA) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 123 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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.

FlixBus
16:505h10
London Luton Airport (LUA)
22:00Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£191One-way
0 changes
National Express
02:305h25
London Luton Airport (LUA)
07:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£191One-way
0 changes

Live departures

London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 17:54
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express02:30 London Luton Airport (LUA)
5h25
07:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus16:50 London Luton Airport (LUA)
5h10
22:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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Buses from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 37 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 17 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 123 km distance in 5h 10m.

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
123 km
Average bus duration
3h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
37
Direct buses
17
Fastest bus
5h 10m
First bus
03:30
Last bus
21:00
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 from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)You can travel by bus between London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with National Express for as low as £11. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 25m
Cheapest Price
£19
National Express frequency
36 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.

FAQs: London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is £14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coach travel time is 4 h 30 min   for the 76 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 06: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 17: 10.
Yes, there are 12 direct coaches a day from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey between London Luton Airport (LUA) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Birmingham New Street (BHM) from London Luton Airport (LUA) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is January.
Yes, you can take a coach between London Luton Airport (LUA) and Birmingham New Street (BHM).
No, the coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
    No, luggage for the coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LUA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).

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