St Ives to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from St Ives to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£43

Fastest journey

10 h 10 m

Average duration

13 h 7 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

355 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from St Ives to Birmingham will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.

Fast coaches

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

  • Go Cornwall Bus
    7:5010h10
    St Ives
    18:00Birmingham
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • Go Cornwall Bus
    21:1510h25
    St Ives
    7:40Birmingham
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • Go Cornwall Bus
    23:1518h45
    St Ives
    18:00Birmingham
    £431One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for St Ives to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from St Ives to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 25m. 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 £43, and a train costs an average of £309.

Distance: 355 km

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Coach
Train

£43

Average Price

Cheapest

£309

Average Price

10h 7m

Average total duration

9h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

St Ives to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for St Ives to Birmingham coaches for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Go Cornwall Bus7:50 St Ives
10h10
18:00 Birmingham1 change
Go Cornwall Bus21:15 St Ives
10h25
7:40 Birmingham1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book St Ives to Birmingham coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Go Cornwall Bus offer coaches services from St Ives to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from St Ives to Birmingham.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Go Cornwall Bus to find the best option for your trip from St Ives to Birmingham.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from St Ives to Birmingham.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from St Ives to Birmingham.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from St Ives to Birmingham

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Buses from St Ives to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.

There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 355 km distance in 10h 10m.

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
355 km
Average bus duration
9h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
10h 10m
First bus
2:00
Last bus
22:20
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
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

Bus providers: National Express, Go Cornwall Bus from St Ives to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between St Ives to Birmingham with National Express, Go Cornwall Bus for as low as £43. 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
9h 5m
Cheapest Price
£24
National Express frequency
6 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.
Learn more about National Express

Go Cornwall Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 10m
Cheapest Price
£43
Go Cornwall Bus frequency
1 a day

FAQs: St Ives to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Ives 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 St Ives to Birmingham can start from as little as £43 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for St Ives to Birmingham is £43; 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 St Ives to Birmingham is 10h 10m to travel the 355 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 St Ives to Birmingham leaves at 2:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from St Ives to Birmingham leaves at 22:20.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from St Ives to Birmingham with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from St Ives to Birmingham, you can count on National Express, Go Cornwall Bus for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between St Ives and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Birmingham from St Ives is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from St Ives to Birmingham is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between St Ives and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from St Ives to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from St Ives to Birmingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from St Ives 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 St Ives to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from St Ives 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 St Ives to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from St Ives to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from St Ives to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from St Ives to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from St Ives to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in St Ives and Birmingham

St Ives
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, Great Charles Street Queensway
information
address
Address
Birmingham Great Charles Street Queensway, Great Charles Street Queensway 145, B3 3LT
Birmingham
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