Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h
Buses on 19 Sept
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 buses from Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
NX409
NX409Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 49 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average £12.
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 1m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £10. The journey takes 1h 1m versus 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX409 | 11:45 Telford, Town Centre | 1h00 | 12:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 10:45, the last at 10:45. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 10:45 |
Last bus 10:45 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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