Prescot to Birmingham bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Prescot to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 18 Nov

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

2 h 58 m

Average duration

3 h 7 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

121 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Prescot to Birmingham will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.

Fast coaches

To travel from Prescot to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
17:122h58
Prescot
20:10Birmingham
£171One-way
1 change
Arriva North West
16:493h26
Prescot
20:15Birmingham
£181One-way
1 change
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
17:122h58
Prescot
20:10Birmingham
£191One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Prescot to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prescot to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 121 km

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Most popular
Train

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£24

Average Price

3h 20m

Average total duration

2h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 15m

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30m

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Live departures

Prescot to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Prescot to Birmingham coaches for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:05
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Arriva North West16:49 Prescot
3h26
20:15 Birmingham1 change
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire17:12 Prescot
2h58
20:10 Birmingham2 changes
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire17:12 Prescot
2h58
20:10 Birmingham1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Prescot to Birmingham

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Buses from Prescot to Birmingham run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £15 by train.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:41, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 121 km distance in 2h 58m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Distance
121 km
Average bus duration
2h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
14
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
2h 58m
First bus
00:41
Last bus
23:45
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15

Bus providers: Megabus, Arriva North West, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Prescot to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Prescot to Birmingham with Megabus, Arriva North West, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire 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
£10
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 North West

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 16m
Cheapest Price
£18
Arriva North West frequency
1 a day

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
£17
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Prescot to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prescot 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 Prescot to Birmingham can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Prescot to Birmingham is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Birmingham from Prescot is on average 2 h 10 min   for the 75 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Prescot to Birmingham by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Prescot to Birmingham leaves at 00: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Prescot to Birmingham leaves at 23: 20.
There are 4 coaches a day from Prescot to Birmingham which require at least one change with Megabus, Arriva North West or Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Prescot to Birmingham coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Megabus, Arriva North West or Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Prescot and Birmingham to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Birmingham from Prescot is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Prescot to Birmingham is February.
You have options as you can travel from Prescot to Birmingham 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Prescot to Birmingham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Prescot to Birmingham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Prescot to Birmingham.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Prescot to Birmingham.
    No, luggage for the coach from Prescot to Birmingham needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Prescot to Birmingham.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Prescot to Birmingham.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Prescot to Birmingham.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Prescot to Birmingham.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Prescot and Birmingham

    Prescot
    Birmingham
    Birmingham, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Mill Lane
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Birmingham, Coach Station
    • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
    Birmingham, Brunel Street
    information
    address
    Address
    Birmingham Brunel Street, Brunel Street, B5 4AF
    Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway
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