Ormskirk to Birmingham bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ormskirk to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 14 May

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

2 h 35 m

Average duration

2 h 44 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

137 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ormskirk to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ormskirk to Birmingham will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

Of the 8 buses that leave Ormskirk for Birmingham every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:502h40
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    20:30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:052h55
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    12:00Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:302h45
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    16:15Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:402h45
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    8:25Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    15:252h55
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    18:20Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    £81One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Ormskirk to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ormskirk 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 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 137 km

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£15

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Cheapest

£24

Average Price

4h 5m

Average total duration

3h 35m

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30m

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2h 48m

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Fastest

2h 18m

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Live departures

Ormskirk to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Ormskirk to Birmingham coaches for today, Wednesday 13 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Arriva UK17:42 Bus Station
3h33
21:15 Birmingham1 change
Arriva UK22:22 Bus Station
4h08
2:30 Birmingham2 changes
Arriva UK22:22 Bus Station
4h08
2:30 Birmingham1 change
Thursday 14 May
FlixBusFlixBus5:40 Liverpool, Liverpool One
2h45
8:25 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:05 Liverpool, Liverpool One
2h55
12:00 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One
3h15
14:05 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One
2h45
16:15 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:15 Preston, Bus Station
3h35
17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:25 Liverpool, Liverpool One
2h55
18:20 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One
2h40
20:30 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Ormskirk to Birmingham coaches with Omio?

Megabus as well as Arriva UK offer coaches services from Ormskirk to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Ormskirk to Birmingham.

Why book with Omio vs Megabus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from Ormskirk to Birmingham.
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  • 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 Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk to Birmingham.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ormskirk to Birmingham

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Buses from Ormskirk to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 137 km distance in 2h 35m.

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
137 km
Average bus duration
3h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
2h 35m
First bus
3:10
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
42 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: Megabus, Arriva UK from Ormskirk to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Ormskirk to Birmingham with Megabus, Arriva UK for as low as £15. 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
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
£7
Megabus frequency
1 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

Arriva UK

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 33m
Cheapest Price
£29
Arriva UK frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Ormskirk to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk to Birmingham can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Ormskirk to Birmingham is £15; 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 Ormskirk to Birmingham is 2h 35m to travel the 137 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 Ormskirk to Birmingham leaves at 3:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Ormskirk to Birmingham leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Ormskirk to Birmingham with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Ormskirk to Birmingham, you can count on Megabus, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Ormskirk and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Ormskirk , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Liverpool, Liverpool One, Preston, Bus Station . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Liverpool, Liverpool One, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Birmingham from Ormskirk is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Ormskirk to Birmingham is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ormskirk and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Ormskirk 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Ormskirk to Birmingham for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Ormskirk to Birmingham with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Ormskirk to Birmingham with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Ormskirk to Birmingham with the following coach company: Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Ormskirk and Birmingham

Ormskirk
Birmingham
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
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Birmingham Great Charles Street Queensway, Great Charles Street Queensway 145, B3 3LT

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