New Cross to Birmingham bus with Megabus

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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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£8

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Cheapest

£47

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4h 28m

Average total duration

3h 58m

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2h 49m

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2h 19m

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Chiltern Railways

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Compare prices and tickets New Cross to Birmingham by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Why should you book New Cross to Birmingham coaches with Omio?

Megabus operates all coaches services from New Cross to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from New Cross to Birmingham.

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

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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.

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
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
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: 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

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Megabus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from New Cross to Birmingham can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for New Cross to Birmingham is £8; 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 New Cross to Birmingham is 3h 15m to travel the 170 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 New Cross to Birmingham leaves at 2:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from New Cross to Birmingham leaves at 22:00.
Yes, there are 43 direct coaches a day from New Cross to Birmingham with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from New Cross to Birmingham, you can count on Megabus for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between New Cross and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from New Cross , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Lewisham, London, New Cross Gate, London, Walworth, London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km 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 New Cross is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from New Cross to Birmingham is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between New Cross and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from New Cross to Birmingham for coach company Megabus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from New Cross to Birmingham:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from New Cross to Birmingham depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from New Cross to Birmingham.
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 New Cross to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from New Cross to Birmingham:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from New Cross to Birmingham:
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from New Cross to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from New Cross to Birmingham with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from New Cross to Birmingham with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from New Cross to Birmingham with the following coach company: Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in New Cross and Birmingham

Most New Cross to Birmingham buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Coach Station. Use this guide to compare New Cross and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in New Cross
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham

Which Birmingham station do buses from New Cross arrive at?

Buses from New Cross to Birmingham most often arrive at Birmingham, Coach Station. Some services arrive at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Birmingham arrival station.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
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.

More about Birmingham, Coach Station
Birmingham, Great Charles Street QueenswayBirmingham Great Charles Street Queensway, Great Charles Street Queensway 145, B3 3LT
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre

Bus822, X8, 12, 24, 126, 13, 23, X10, 829, 9 · 2m · £2 · every ~153 min
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