The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Victoria (VIC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Buses per day
42
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 42 buses that leave London Victoria (VIC) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) every day 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
NX40019:303h20London, Victoria Coach Station22:50Birmingham, Hagley Road West£151One-way0 changes
NX40020:303h00London, Victoria Coach Station23:30Birmingham, Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
NX40022:302h45London, Victoria Coach Station1:15Birmingham, Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
NX40018:003h30London, Victoria Coach Station21:30Birmingham, Hagley Road West£151One-way0 changes
NX40021:302h50London, Victoria Coach Station0:20Birmingham, Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
NX40022:302h45London, Victoria Coach Station1:15Birmingham, Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
NX40021:302h50London, Victoria Coach Station0:20Birmingham, Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
NX4006:002h55London, Victoria Coach Station8:55Birmingham, Coach Station£191One-way0 changes
NX40020:303h00London, Victoria Coach Station23:30Birmingham, Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
NX40018:303h00London, Victoria Coach Station21:30Birmingham, Coach Station£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Victoria (VIC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 162 km
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3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coaches for today, Thursday 2 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX401 · NX210 | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h05 | 18:05 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
NX551 | 15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h00 | 19:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 · NX210 | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h25 | 20:25 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
NX400 | 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 20:40 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 21:50 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 0 changesdirect | |
NX423 | Delayed 5:50 22:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 1:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX422 | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 1:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX424 | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 1:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX440 · NX707 | 22:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h56 | 3:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 3 April | |||||
NX421 | 1:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 4:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | Delayed 9:10 5:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 7:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | Delayed 9:10 6:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 9:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX590 | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 11:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | Delayed 9:10 9:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 12:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX409 | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 13:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX035 · NX210 | On time 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h35 | 15:05 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
NX400 | On time 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 13:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | On time 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 14:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | On time 12:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 15:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | On time 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 15:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX403 · NX210 | On time 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 17:45 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX210 | On time 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 17:45 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
NX400 | On time 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 17:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX035 · NX210 | On time 14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h50 | 18:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX400 | On time 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 18:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 · NX210 | On time 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h25 | 20:25 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX210 | On time 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h25 | 20:25 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
NX403 · NX210 | On time 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h25 | 20:25 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
NX400 | On time 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 20:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | On time 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 20:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | On time 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h01 | 21:31 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | On time 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 22:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX400 | On time 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 23:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX403 · NX210 | On time 21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h15 | 1:45 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
NX400 | On time 21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 0:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Victoria (VIC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 29 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:30, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 8:30 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from London Victoria (VIC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)You can travel by bus between London Victoria (VIC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Victoria (VIC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) 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.

- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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