FlixBus20:002h20Manchester, Shudehill Interchange22:20Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£151One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:102h35Manchester, Shudehill Interchange12:45Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£151One-way0 changes
FlixBus14:302h30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange17:00Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£161One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:102h30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange9:40Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£161One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:102h30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange14:40Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£171One-way0 changes
NX4212:451h50Manchester, Coach Station4:35Birmingham, Coach Station£331One-way0 changes
FlixBus2:501h55Manchester, Shudehill Interchange4:45Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£271One-way0 changes
NX1814:152h10Manchester, Coach Station6:25Birmingham, Coach Station£201One-way0 changes
NX59014:002h10Manchester, Coach Station16:10Birmingham, Coach Station£201One-way0 changes
NX12021:302h10Manchester, Coach Station23:40Birmingham, Coach Station£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Birmingham
The cheapest option from Manchester to Birmingham is coach, with an average price of £12. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 113 km
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£12 Average Price Cheapest option | £25 Average Price |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Manchester to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Birmingham coaches for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX422 | 23:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h50 | 2:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX424 | 23:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h50 | 2:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h51 | 2:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
FlixBus | 0:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 2h30 | 2:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX421 | 2:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 1h50 | 4:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h55 | 4:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX181 | 4:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h10 | 6:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 9:00 4:45Manchester, Coach Station | 2h20 | 16:20 16:20Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 9:00 5:50Manchester, Coach Station | 2h25 | 16:20 16:20Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX120 | 7:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h30 | 9:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h30 | 9:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 9:00 7:15Manchester, Coach Station | 2h25 | 16:20 16:20Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX120 | 8:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h30 | 10:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h55 | 11:15 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 2h35 | 11:15 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 9:00 8:50Manchester, Coach Station | 2h20 | 16:20 16:20Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h30 | 13:00 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 10:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h20 | 16:20 16:20Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h35 | 12:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX121 | Delayed 12:00 10:45Manchester, Coach Station | 2h25 | 13:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 11:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h25 | 16:20 16:20Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h30 | 14:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 12:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h15 | 16:20 16:20Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 13:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h35 | 16:20 16:20Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX590 | On time 14:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h10 | 16:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX121 | On time 14:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h50 | 17:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | Delayed 14:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h50 | 16:20 16:20Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h30 | 17:00 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX120 | 15:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h45 | 18:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h20 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | On time 16:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h30 | 18:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX121 | On time 17:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h30 | 20:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h30 | 20:00 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX120 | 19:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h15 | 21:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h20 | 22:20 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX120 | 21:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h10 | 23:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Birmingham
Typically, there are 27 buses per day from Manchester to Birmingham, including 26 direct buses, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 113 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 113 km |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Lowest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Manchester to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Birmingham with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Birmingham
Most Manchester to Birmingham buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do buses to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Which Birmingham station do buses from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Most popular bus connections from Manchester
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