Winchester to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Winchester to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 13 Jun

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£29

Fastest journey

3 h 25 m

Average duration

4 h 31 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

162 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Winchester to Birmingham will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Winchester for Birmingham every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 162 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.

  • National Express
    3:405h50
    Winchester
    9:30Birmingham
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    20:555h25
    Winchester
    2:20Birmingham
    £211One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    12:353h25
    Winchester
    16:00Birmingham
    £381One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    11:353h25
    Winchester
    15:00Birmingham
    £401One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Winchester to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winchester to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 162 km

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Most popular
Train

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£48

Average Price

5h 43m

Average total duration

5h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Winchester to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Winchester to Birmingham coaches for today, Friday 12 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express2:40 Winchester
6h30
9:10 Birmingham0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Winchester to Birmingham coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Bluestar or Stagecoach South offer coaches services from Winchester to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Winchester 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 Bluestar or Stagecoach South to find the best option for your trip from Winchester 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 Winchester 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 Winchester to Birmingham.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Winchester to Birmingham

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Buses from Winchester to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 3h 25m.

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
162 km
Average bus duration
5h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 25m
First bus
2:40
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
84 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, Bluestar, Stagecoach South from Winchester to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Winchester to Birmingham with National Express, Bluestar, Stagecoach South for as low as £16. 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
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£16
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.

Bluestar

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£34
Bluestar frequency
2 a day

Stagecoach South

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£29
Stagecoach South frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Winchester to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winchester 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 Winchester to Birmingham can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Winchester to Birmingham is £25; 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 Winchester to Birmingham is 3h 25m to travel the 162 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 Winchester to Birmingham leaves at 2:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Winchester to Birmingham leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Winchester to Birmingham with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Winchester to Birmingham, you can count on National Express, Bluestar, Stagecoach South for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Winchester and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Winchester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University), BoomTown Fair . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Hagley Road West, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport), Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Birmingham from Winchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Winchester to Birmingham is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Winchester and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Winchester to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Winchester to Birmingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Winchester 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 Winchester to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Winchester 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 Winchester to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Winchester to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Winchester to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Winchester to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Winchester to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Winchester and Birmingham

Winchester
Birmingham
The major coach station for departures in Winchester is Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride for your trip from Winchester to Birmingham.
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