Travel Information
Compare train and coach for New Cross to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from New Cross to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets New Cross to Birmingham by train or coach
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Why should you book New Cross to Birmingham coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- 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.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from New Cross to Birmingham.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from New Cross to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from New Cross to Birmingham
Buses from New Cross to Birmingham run on average 63 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 43 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 170 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 170 km |
Average bus duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 63 |
Direct buses 43 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 2:30 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Megabus from New Cross to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between New Cross to Birmingham with Megabus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: New Cross to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Cross 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in New Cross 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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