The cheapest and fastest coaches from Orpington to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Orpington to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Orpington to Birmingham you need to make at least 3 changes.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Orpington to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Orpington to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 184 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Orpington to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Orpington to Birmingham coaches for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:41 Orpington | 9h49 | 09:30 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
| Friday 6 March | |||||
![]() | 05:01 Orpington | 5h04 | 10:05 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 05:46 Orpington | 5h14 | 11:00 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 06:40 Orpington | 5h30 | 12:10 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 07:24 Orpington | 5h31 | 12:55 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 07:59 Orpington | 5h46 | 13:45 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from Orpington to Birmingham.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Orpington to Birmingham
Buses from Orpington to Birmingham run on average 47 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 46 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 184 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 184 km |
Average bus duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 47 |
Direct buses 46 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Metrobus from Orpington to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Orpington to Birmingham with FlixBus, Metrobus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Orpington to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orpington 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Orpington 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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