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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
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Compare train and coach for Margate to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Margate to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 256 km
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6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Margate to Birmingham coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Margate to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Margate to Birmingham.
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- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Margate to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Margate to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Margate to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:25, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 256 km distance in 6h 0m.
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 256 km |
Average bus duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 3:25 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
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 Margate to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Margate to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £15. 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
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
£15
National Express frequency
8 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.
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Things to do in Birmingham
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Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
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Pen Museum
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Digbeth
Creative district with street art, independent shops and converted industrial buildings, popular for urban walks and photography.
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Jewellery Quarter
Historic quarter known for jewellery workshops, heritage trails, museums and distinctive Georgian and Victorian streetscapes.
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Brindleyplace
Waterside district of canals, bars and cultural venues, ideal for strolling, boat trips and seeing Birmingham's industrial past.
Balti
A Birmingham-born curry with spiced meat in rich tomato gravy. It reflects the city’s famed Balti Triangle and its South Asian culinary heritage.
Black Country faggots and peas
A slow-cooked stew of beef, vegetables and stock topped with sliced potatoes. A Black Country classic closely associated with the Birmingham area.
Faggots
Pork offal sausage traditionally served with peas, mash and gravy. It is a long-standing working-class dish from the Black Country near Birmingham.
Simpsons
Elegant modern dining in Edgbaston with refined tasting menus and polished service in a calm, intimate setting.
Anderson & Hill
Popular Jewish-style deli and restaurant famous for piled-high sandwiches, baked treats and relaxed daytime dining.
Shababs
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Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless payment is widely accepted on buses and trams via Swift Go, which caps fares automatically for eligible journeys.
- Check TfWM for disruptions and city-centre stop changes before travel, as Birmingham city-centre bus routing can change during roadworks.
FAQs: Margate to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Margate to Birmingham can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Margate to Birmingham is £21; 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 Margate to Birmingham is 6h 0m to travel the 256 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 Margate to Birmingham leaves at 3:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Margate to Birmingham leaves at 21:30.
There are 7 coaches a day from Margate to Birmingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Margate 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 Margate and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Margate , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Margate, Marine Terrace, Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court, Cliftonville, Northdown Road . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Margate, Marine Terrace, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Birmingham from Margate is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Margate to Birmingham is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Margate and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Margate to Birmingham:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Margate to Birmingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Margate 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 Margate to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Margate 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 Margate to Birmingham:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Margate to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Margate to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Margate to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Margate to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
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Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Birmingham
Most Margate to Birmingham buses use the Margate, Marine Terrace to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Margate and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Margate
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham
Which Margate station do buses to Birmingham leave from?
Buses from Margate to Birmingham leave from Margate, Marine Terrace. The station is 1 km from Margate city centre at Margate, Station Approach, Margate CT9 5AD, UK.
Margate, Marine TerraceMargate, Station Approach, Margate CT9 5AD, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Margate, Marine Terrace from Margate city centre
Bus35 · 7m
944, 8 · 10m · £3 · every ~4 min
Margate, Marine Terrace bus station facilities and services
Margate, Marine Terrace has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Margate, Marine Terrace. ATMs are available at Margate, Marine Terrace.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Margate, Marine Terrace.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Margate, Marine Terrace: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Margate, Marine Terrace: The station is accessible for wheelchair users.
Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court
City-centre transport
Getting to Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court from Margate city centre
Bus69 · 9m · £3 · every ~2 min
Cliftonville, Northdown RoadNorthdown Rd, Cliftonville, Margate CT9, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Cliftonville, Northdown Road from Margate city centre
Cliftonville, Northdown Road is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus8A, 960 · 14m · £3 · every ~5 min
Cliftonville, Northdown Road bus station facilities and services
Cliftonville, Northdown Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road. ATMs are available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road: Accessible for persons with mobility impairments.
Which Birmingham station do buses from Margate arrive at?
Buses from Margate to Birmingham arrive at Birmingham, Coach Station. Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus4, 97, 6, X2, 3, 97A, 2, 4A, 5, X1 · 4m · £2 · every ~191 min
X2, 4A, X1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5 · 13m · £2 · every ~149 min
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.
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