Bus from Bristol to Birmingham: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bristol to Birmingham on December 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    		Coach StationCheapest
    National ExpressBus
      		Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
      		Bearwood, Hangley Rd.Fastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
        		Coach StationNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Airport Bus Station Bristol
        		Great Charles Street QueenswayNo tags
        National ExpressBus
          		Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
          		Coach StationNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:43 PM GMT.

          Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Birmingham

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1carpool per day
          1h 40mAverage Duration
          125 kmDistance
          5kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average Price$14 - $70Average Duration2h 5m
          3kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average Price$28 - $362Average Duration1h 13m
          3kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average Price$14 - $26Average Duration1h 40m
          5kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to Birmingham by bus

          Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from Bristol to Birmingham?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Bristol to Birmingham start from $14. The average price for this route is around $17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus ride from Bristol to Birmingham?

            The average bus travel time from Bristol to Birmingham is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 121 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express.

          3. Which bus companies service the Bristol to Birmingham route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, First Wessex of Bristol, Megabus UK.

          4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bristol to Birmingham?

            The earliest bus departs from Bristol to Birmingham at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bristol to Birmingham?

            A bus trip from Bristol to Birmingham generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. What is the best bus company from Bristol to Birmingham?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.

          7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Birmingham?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

          8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bristol to Birmingham?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bristol to Birmingham?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

          Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

          Best price found
          12-05
          $32
          12-06
          $17
          Today
          $15
          12-08
          $11
          12-09
          $10
          12-10
          $10
          12-11
          $10
          12-12
          $11
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bristol to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $10

          To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bristol to Birmingham, as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from $10 to $65 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-12-09.

          Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

          What's the cheapest way to go from Bristol to Birmingham?

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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