The cheapest and fastest coaches from Welshpool to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Welshpool to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Welshpool to Birmingham will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 1 buses that leave Welshpool 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 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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 train and coach for Welshpool to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welshpool to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 87 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£17 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Welshpool to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Welshpool to Birmingham coaches for today, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:30 Welshpool | 2h15 | 11:45 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Welshpool to Birmingham
Buses from Welshpool to Birmingham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £11 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 16:20. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 16:20 |
Bus providers: National Express from Welshpool to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Welshpool to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Welshpool to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welshpool 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Welshpool, Bus Station (Church Street car park), which is located around 0.1 miles (147 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Welshpool to Birmingham, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welshpool and Birmingham
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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