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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plymouth to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 10 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
281 km
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 £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 10 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 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight 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 56m. 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 flight costs an average of £267.
Distance: 281 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price | £462 Average Price |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 2m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Plymouth to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Birmingham coaches for today, Sunday 15 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX404 · NX210 | On time 23:15 Plymouth, Coach Station | 11h15 | 10:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Plymouth, Coach Station | 9h06 | 09:05 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| Monday 16 February | |||||
| NX106 | 01:20 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h35 | 07:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX101 | 05:10 Plymouth, Coach Station | 5h50 | 11:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX102 | 07:20 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h40 | 14:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:55 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h45 | 14:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| NX504 · NX550 | On time 09:15 Plymouth, Coach Station | 8h35 | 17:50 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 Plymouth, Coach Station | 9h10 | 20:15 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 change | |
| NX104 | On time 12:25 Plymouth, Coach Station | 5h35 | 18:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX101 | 15:30 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h10 | 21:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Birmingham
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Buses from Plymouth to Birmingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 281 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 281 km |
Average bus duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Plymouth to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Birmingham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
FAQs: Plymouth to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- 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 Plymouth and Birmingham
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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