Plymouth to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plymouth to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 09 Jul

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£28

Fastest journey

6 h

Average duration

6 h 23 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

281 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Plymouth to Birmingham will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Plymouth for Birmingham every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 6 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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.

National Express
01:206h40
Plymouth
08:00Birmingham
£191One-way
0 changes
Megabus
03:006h00
Plymouth
09:00Birmingham
£291One-way
0 changes
Megabus
05:006h00
Plymouth
11:00Birmingham
£301One-way
0 changes
National Express
09:457h15
Plymouth
17:00Birmingham
£311One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
11:3011h00
Plymouth
22:30Birmingham
£321One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Plymouth to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £39.

Distance: 281 km

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Train

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£102

Average Price

7h 11m

Average total duration

6h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Plymouth to Birmingham bus times

Showing buses for today, Tuesday 8 July
Last updated at 01:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX10104:25 Plymouth, Coach Station
5h35
10:00 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX10205:20 Plymouth, Coach Station
6h40
12:00 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus07:10 Plymouth, Coach Station
7h35
14:45 Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway1 change
national_expressNX10107:50 Plymouth, Coach Station
6h10
14:00 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX10208:45 Plymouth, Coach Station
7h15
16:00 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX104
On time
11:25 Plymouth, Coach Station
5h25
16:50 Birmingham, Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX10114:30 Plymouth, Coach Station
6h10
20:40 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX404 · NX21022:05 Plymouth, Coach Station
11h25
09:30 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus22:59 Plymouth, Coach Station
9h06
08:05 Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Birmingham

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Buses from Plymouth to Birmingham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
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
281 km
Average bus duration
6h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
5h 25m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:51
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

Coach companies: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus Plymouth to Birmingham

You can travel by coach between Plymouth and Birmingham with National Express, Megabus and FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Plymouth - Birmingham coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Coach information from Plymouth to Birmingham with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 6 h
  • Cheapest Price: £15
  • National Express frequency: 5 a day

Coaches from Plymouth to Birmingham

A regular, direct service departs from Plymouth to Birmingham every day of the week. The schedule remains the same over the weekend, with coaches taking as little as four hours 55 minutes to complete the 200-mile route. Further indirect services are also available, with changes required at London Heathrow, London Victoria or Bristol, though this can significantly increase journey time.

Which coach companies travel from Plymouth to Birmingham?

All coaches from Plymouth to Birmingham are offered by National Express. A leading carrier of British transport, National Express has a large fleet of high-quality coaches travelling all over the country. Passengers are permitted to bring two large pieces of luggage to be stored in the hold, as well as hand luggage that can be stored overhead.

How long is the coach from Plymouth to Birmingham?

The shortest journey over the 200-mile route is the National Express service departing Plymouth in the very early hours, taking just four hours 55 minutes. Journey times vary, taking traffic into consideration during peak travel times, with the longest direct route taking six hours 45 minutes. The fastest indirect route takes just five hours 25 minutes, involving a change at Bristol. Other indirect services can take as long as nine hours 30 minutes, travelling overnight with one change at London Victoria.

How many coaches are there from Plymouth to Birmingham?

When seeking coach travel from Plymouth to Birmingham, passengers can expect five direct departures per day. These are spread from early in the morning, before 6:00 a.m., to the mid-afternoon, before peak evening travel time begins. There are a further three indirect services taking various routes. One service, involving a change at London Victoria, travels overnight, for those who may wish to sleep on the journey. This is, however, the journey with the longest travel time.

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Plymouth to Birmingham?

Departure coach station: Services depart from Plymouth Coach Station, located on Armada Way. Directly in the centre of town, close to many high street shops, the station is less than half a mile from the railway station. There is parking available, as well as real-time departure boards, waiting rooms and a coffee shop.

Arrival coach station: Passengers will alight at Birmingham Coach Station. Centrally located near the famous Bull Ring shopping centre, the station is within walking distance of both Birmingham New Street and Birmingham Moor Street for onward rail travel. Station facilities include car parking, shops, WiFi and charging points.

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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Birmingham

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The major coach station for departures in Plymouth is Plymouth, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth, Coach Station for your trip from Plymouth to Birmingham.
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The major coach station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham, Coach Station for your trip to Birmingham from Plymouth.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
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  • Free Wi-Fi
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  • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
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  • Available outside the main entrance.
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  • Elevators, ramps
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  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham, Coach Station
  • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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