Looe to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Looe to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£31

Average price

£31

Fastest journey

9 h 5 m

Average duration

9 h 5 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

295 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Looe to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Looe to Birmingham will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Looe 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 295 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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.

National Express
06:559h05
Looe
16:00Birmingham
£311One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Looe to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Looe to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £117.

Distance: 295 km

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Train

£31

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Cheapest

£159

Average Price

7h 30m

Average total duration

7h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 27m

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Live departures

Looe to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Looe to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 13:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express06:55 Looe
9h05
16:00 Birmingham0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Looe to Birmingham

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Buses from Looe to Birmingham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:48. The fastest coach covers the 295 km distance in 9h 5m.

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
295 km
Average bus duration
7h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
9h 5m
First bus
00:40
Last bus
23:48
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 Looe to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Looe to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £31. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 5m
Cheapest Price
£31
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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Looe to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Looe 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Looe to Birmingham can start from as little as £31 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Looe to Birmingham is £31; 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 Looe to Birmingham is 9h 5m to travel the 295 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 Looe to Birmingham leaves at 0:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Looe to Birmingham leaves at 23:48.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Looe to Birmingham with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Looe to Birmingham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Looe and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Birmingham from Looe is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Looe to Birmingham is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Looe and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Looe to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Looe to Birmingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Looe to Birmingham depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Looe to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Looe to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Looe to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Looe to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Looe to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Looe to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Looe to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Looe and Birmingham

Looe
Birmingham
Birmingham, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Mill Lane
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham, Coach Station
  • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway
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