Salisbury to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salisbury to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 24 Aug

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

8 h

Average duration

8 h

Buses per day

1

Distance

157 km

Cheap tickets

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

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

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Salisbury for Birmingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 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
    8:158h00
    Salisbury
    16:15Birmingham
    £191One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Salisbury to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Salisbury to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express8:15 Salisbury
8h00
16:15 Birmingham0 changesdirect

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National Express operates all coaches services from Salisbury to Birmingham.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Salisbury to Birmingham

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Take a bus from Salisbury to Birmingham and enjoy the approximately 157 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest coach runs at 05:08, the last at 21:11.

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 £28
Distance
157 km
Average bus duration
6h 53m
Buses per day
1
First bus
5:08
Last bus
21:11
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
28 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £28

Bus providers: National Express from Salisbury to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Salisbury to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£19
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.

FAQs: Salisbury to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury 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
The earliest coach from Salisbury to Birmingham leaves at 5:08. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Salisbury to Birmingham leaves at 21:11.
There are 1 coaches a day from Salisbury to Birmingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Salisbury to Birmingham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Salisbury and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Salisbury , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach) . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Hagley Road West, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Salisbury to Birmingham is February.
Yes, you can take a train between Salisbury and Birmingham.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Salisbury to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Salisbury to Birmingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Salisbury to Birmingham depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Salisbury to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Salisbury to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Salisbury to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Salisbury to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Salisbury to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Salisbury to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Salisbury to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Salisbury and Birmingham

Most Salisbury to Birmingham buses use the Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach) to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Hagley Road West. Use this guide to compare Salisbury and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Salisbury
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham

Which Salisbury station do buses to Birmingham leave from?

Buses from Salisbury to Birmingham leave from Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach). The station is from Salisbury city centre at Salisbury Castle St, Salisbury SP1 3TB, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach) from Salisbury city centre

BusX4, R7, Pr7, X5, 201, 8, Pr11 · 2m · £2 · every ~20 min

Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach) bus station facilities and services

Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach). ATMs are available at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach): Wheelchair accessible platform and facilities.

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