How to get to Birmingham from Perth

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Compare coach, train and flight for Perth to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Perth to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a train costs an average of £197.

Distance: 446 km

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£44

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Cheapest

£197

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£60

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8h 39m

Average total duration

8h 9m

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30m

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6h 12m

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5h 42m

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3h 10m

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1h 10m

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2h 0m

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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1.3 - 2.7kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Perth to Birmingham is a coach with an average price of £44.

This is compared to other travel options from Perth to Birmingham:

A coach is £16 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Perth to Birmingham costing on average £60.

A coach is £153 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perth to Birmingham costing on average £197.

The fastest way to travel from Perth to Birmingham is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 12m.

Coach takes on average 8h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Perth and Birmingham including taking a coach, train and flight.

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from Perth to Birmingham

How to get to Birmingham from Perth by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Perth to Birmingham is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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    19:409h05
    Perth
    4:45Birmingham
    £281One-way
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    19:409h05
    Perth
    4:45Birmingham
    £281One-way
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  • FlixBus
    19:409h05
    Perth
    4:45Birmingham
    £281One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Birmingham by train

The most popular day trips by train from Birmingham are London, Manchester, Bristol, Liverpool and Oxford. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Birmingham on Omio.

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Day trip from Birmingham to Manchester by train

Why visit Manchester for the day?

Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.

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Day trip from Birmingham to Bristol by train

Why visit Bristol for the day?

Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.

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Day trip from Birmingham to Liverpool by train

Why visit Liverpool for the day?

Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.

A view of Oxford

Day trip from Birmingham to Oxford by train

Why visit Oxford for the day?

Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.

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FAQs: Perth to Birmingham

Travel to Birmingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Perth to Birmingham.

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There are 3 options to travel between Perth and Birmingham including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Perth to Birmingham is a coach with an average price of £44.

This is compared to other travel options from Perth to Birmingham:

A coach is £16 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Perth to Birmingham costing on average £60.

A coach is £153 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perth to Birmingham costing on average £197.

The fastest way to travel from Perth to Birmingham is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 12m.

Coach takes on average 8h 39m.

The Perth to Birmingham distance is approximately 446 km.
The average frequency per day from Perth to Birmingham is:
  • Around 4 flights per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Perth and Birmingham as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Perth to Birmingham:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Perth, Broxden Park and Ride and arrive in Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
  • Flights mostly depart from Edinburgh Airport and arrive in Birmingham International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Perth to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway to go to Birmingham by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Birmingham by coach.
  • Travel with easyJet to go to Birmingham by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Perth to Birmingham:
  • 4 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Perth to Birmingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Birmingham and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Perth to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.

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