The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nelson to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nelson to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nelson to Birmingham will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 3 buses that leave Nelson for Birmingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 152 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nelson to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nelson to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 152 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nelson to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nelson to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:50 Nelson | 4h20 | 12:10 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nelson to Birmingham
Buses from Nelson to Birmingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 152 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 152 km |
Average bus duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 02:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Nelson to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Nelson to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nelson to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nelson 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nelson, Broadway, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 2.2 miles (3.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nelson and Birmingham
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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