Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 15 December
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Edinburgh Airport
Brunel Street
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Birmingham Airport - BHX
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Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 16 December
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Edinburgh Airport
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Birmingham Airport - BHX
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Edinburgh Airport
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 17 December
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Edinburgh Airport
Brunel Street
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Bus Station
Birmingham Airport - BHX
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Edinburgh Airport
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 18 December
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Edinburgh Airport
Brunel Street
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Bus Station
Birmingham Airport - BHX
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Edinburgh Airport
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 19 December
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Edinburgh Airport
Brunel Street
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Bus Station
Birmingham Airport - BHX
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Edinburgh Airport
Brunel Street
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 20 December
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Edinburgh Airport
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Birmingham Airport - BHX
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Edinburgh Airport
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Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 22 December
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Drum Brae
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Birmingham Airport - BHX
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh 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 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 822, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 11618 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 362
According to 11 reviews, National Express received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the ticket access. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 432
National Express Edinburgh Birmingham recent customer reviews
Seats are reserved for "ghost" passengers. The toilet door locks but another passenger could still open it from outside, so the passenger who sat by the toilet door acted like an informant to users.
2 out of 5 stars
Akeri T.
Everything was great. 9 hour journey flew by. Clean coach. Good drivers.on time at every call. Arrived at destination 15 minutes early. Will definitely use again.I thought the journey may be very tedious but was actually very enjoyable.
Based on 4284 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at R 689
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Birmingham by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham start at R 362. The average price for this route is around R 676. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Birmingham is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 396 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Birmingham at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Edinburgh 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 29762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh 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
13/12
R 1 424
14/12
R 891
Today
R 532
16/12
R 532
17/12
R 530
18/12
R 533
19/12
R 703
20/12
R 704
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 530
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 530 to R 1 690 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 530, which is on 2025-12-17.
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 Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination