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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from South Shields to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from South Shields to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Shields to Birmingham will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 buses that leave South Shields 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 282 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for South Shields to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from South Shields to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 282 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £190 Average Price |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
South Shields to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for South Shields to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:55 South Shields | 6h35 | 16:30 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from South Shields to Birmingham
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Buses from South Shields to Birmingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 282 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 282 km |
Average bus duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from South Shields to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between South Shields to Birmingham with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: South Shields to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Shields 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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