Bus from Brighton to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Brighton to Birmingham on 18 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
Withdean Park (near The Deneway)
Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley RoadCheapest
National ExpressBus
Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter
Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley RoadFastest
National ExpressBus
Withdean Park (near The Deneway)
Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley RoadNo tags
National ExpressBus
Withdean Park (near The Deneway)
Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley RoadNo tags
National ExpressBus
Withdean Park (near The Deneway)
Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley RoadNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:56 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Brighton 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 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 30mAverage duration
138 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£17 - £65Average duration5h 53m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£23 - £23Average duration2h 30m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Brighton to Birmingham

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Brighton to Birmingham start from £17. The average price for this route is around £47. 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 journey from Brighton to Birmingham?

    The average bus journey time from Brighton to Birmingham is 5h 53m, covering a distance of 137 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 26m and is operated by National Express.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brighton to Birmingham?

    The earliest bus departs from Brighton to Birmingham at 08:05. And the latest bus departs at 20:54.

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

    A bus journey from Brighton to Birmingham produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Brighton 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 29872 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Brighton to Birmingham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Brighton 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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Brighton to Birmingham was searched and found on 18 Feb 2026 with a price of £46

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

You can expect to pay from £46 to £86 for a bus ticket from Brighton to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £46, which is on 2026-02-18.

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