Bus from Manchester to Birmingham: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Birmingham on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    Coach Station
    Coach StationCheapest
    MegabusBus
      Manchester Airport
      Brunel StreetFastest
      National ExpressBus
        Coach Station
        Coach StationNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        Shudehill
        Great Charles Street QueenswayNo tags
        MegabusBus
          Shudehill
          Brunel StreetNo tags

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          Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Birmingham

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1carpool per day
          1h 50mAverage Duration
          71 milesDistance
          5kgCO₂ emissions
          Average Price$9 - $75Average Duration2h 25m
          3kg CO₂e
          Average Price$14 - $208Average Duration1h 30m
          3kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          Average Price$7 - $24Average Duration1h 50m
          5kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Birmingham?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Birmingham start from $9. The average price for this route is around $16. 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 Manchester to Birmingham?

            The average bus trip duration from Manchester to Birmingham is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 71 miles (114 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Megabus UK.

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

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 62 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

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

            The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Birmingham at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

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

          6. What is the best bus company from Manchester 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 29741 reviews.

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

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

          8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Manchester to Birmingham?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Manchester 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
          11/28
          $14
          11/29
          $11
          Today
          $15
          12/01
          $7
          12/02
          $6
          12/03
          $6
          12/04
          $6
          12/05
          $6
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $6

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

          You can expect to pay from $6 to $44 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-12-02.

          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 Manchester to Birmingham?

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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