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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Slough to Birmingham
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Oct
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£12
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£26
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
3 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
4 h 9 m
Buses on 20 Oct
17
Distance
140 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Slough to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Slough to Birmingham will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Fast coaches
To travel from Slough to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.
RE702 · NX40020:104h35Slough, Wellington Street0:45Birmingham, Coach Station£121One-way1 change- RE702 · NX5419:275h43Slough, Wellington Street15:10Birmingham, Coach Station£131One-way1 change
- RE702 · NX54118:185h12Slough, Wellington Street23:30Birmingham, Coach Station£131One-way1 change
- RE702 · NX54112:256h05Slough, Wellington Street18:30Birmingham, Coach Station£141One-way1 change
- RE702 · NX54115:125h43Slough, Wellington Street20:55Birmingham, Coach Station£161One-way1 change
- RE703 · NX21022:003h45Slough, Wellington Street1:45Birmingham, Coach Station£251One-way1 change
- RE703 · NX21011:104h10Slough, Wellington Street15:20Birmingham, Coach Station£331One-way1 change
- RE703 · NX2109:004h15Slough, Wellington Street13:15Birmingham, Coach Station£381One-way1 change
- RE703 · NX2106:004h15Slough, Wellington Street10:15Birmingham, Coach Station£381One-way1 change
- RE703 · NX21019:504h20Slough, Wellington Street0:10Birmingham, Coach Station£251One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Slough to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Slough to Birmingham run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 140 km distance in 3h 3m.
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 140 km |
Average bus duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 3m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Live departures
Slough to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Slough to Birmingham coaches for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE703 · NX210 | 7:00 Slough, Wellington Street | 4h25 | 11:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · NX210 | 9:00 Slough, Wellington Street | 4h15 | 13:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE702 · NX541 | 9:27 Slough, Wellington Street | 5h43 | 15:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · NX210 | 11:10 Slough, Wellington Street | 4h10 | 15:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · NX210 | 12:10 Slough, Wellington Street | 4h35 | 16:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE702 · NX541 | 12:25 Slough, Wellington Street | 6h05 | 18:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · NX210 | 14:10 Slough, Wellington Street | 4h25 | 18:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · NX210 | 14:40 Slough, Wellington Street | 5h15 | 19:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE702 · NX541 | 15:12 Slough, Wellington Street | 5h43 | 20:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · NX210 | 16:40 Slough, Wellington Street | 4h35 | 21:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · NX210 | 17:45 Slough, Wellington Street | 4h35 | 22:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE702 · NX541 | 18:18 Slough, Wellington Street | 5h12 | 23:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · NX210 | 19:50 Slough, Wellington Street | 4h20 | 0:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE702 · NX400 | 20:10 Slough, Wellington Street | 4h35 | 0:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · NX210 | 22:00 Slough, Wellington Street | 3h45 | 1:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · NX210 | 23:00 Slough, Wellington Street | 4h20 | 3:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 20 October | |||||
| RE703 · NX210 | 6:00 Slough, Wellington Street | 4h15 | 10:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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National Express operates all coaches services from Slough to Birmingham.
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Bus providers: National Express from Slough to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Slough to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £10. 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 National Express Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest National Express Price
£10
National Express frequency
17 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.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless payment is widely accepted on buses and trams via Swift Go, which caps fares automatically for eligible journeys.
- Check TfWM for disruptions and city-centre stop changes before travel, as Birmingham city-centre bus routing can change during roadworks.
FAQs: Slough to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Slough to Birmingham can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Slough to Birmingham is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Slough to Birmingham is 3h 3m to travel the 140 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Slough to Birmingham leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Slough to Birmingham leaves at 23:50.
There are 14 coaches a day from Slough to Birmingham which require at least one change with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Slough to Birmingham, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Slough and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Slough , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Slough, Wellington Street, Windsor, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Hagley Road West.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Slough, Wellington Street, 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.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Slough and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Slough to Birmingham:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Slough to Birmingham for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Slough 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.
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 Slough to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Slough to Birmingham:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Slough to Birmingham:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Slough to Birmingham. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Slough to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Slough to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Slough to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Slough and Birmingham
Most Slough to Birmingham buses use the Slough, Wellington Street to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Slough and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Slough
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham
Which Slough station do buses to Birmingham leave from?
Buses from Slough to Birmingham leave from Slough, Wellington Street. The station is from Slough city centre at Slough Bus Station, Slough SL1 1XN, UK.
Slough, Wellington StreetSlough Bus Station, Slough SL1 1XN, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Slough, Wellington Street from Slough city centre
Bus103 · 3m · £4 · every ~3 min
702 · 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
Slough, Wellington Street bus station facilities and services
Slough, Wellington Street 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 Slough, Wellington Street. ATMs are available at Slough, Wellington Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Slough, Wellington Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slough, Wellington Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Slough, Wellington Street: Bus stops accessible for wheelchairs.
Which Birmingham station do buses from Slough arrive at?
Buses from Slough to Birmingham most often arrive at Birmingham, Coach Station. Some services arrive at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Birmingham arrival station.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus4, 97, 6, X2, 3, 97A, 2, 4A, 5, X1 · 4m · £2 · every ~191 min
X2, 4A, X1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5 · 13m · £2 · every ~149 min
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street QueenswayGreat Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Bus822, X8, 12, 24, 126, 13, 23, X10, 829, 9 · 2m · £2 · every ~153 min
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway 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 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
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