Bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Bus Station
    		Coach StationCheapest
    MegabusBus
      		Edinburgh Airport
      		Brunel StreetFastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Bus Station
        		Birmingham Airport - BHXNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Bus Station
        		Great Charles Street QueenswayNo tags
        MegabusBus
          		Edinburgh Airport
          		Brunel StreetNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:45 PM GMT.

          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.

          1carpool per day
          6h 10mAverage duration
          395 kmDistance
          17kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average priceR 362 - R 2 216Average duration9h 30m
          10kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average priceR 590 - R 10 873Average duration5h
          9kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average priceR 822 - R 1 027Average duration6h 10m
          17kg CO₂e

          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.

          1. 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.

          2. 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.

          3. 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.

          4. 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.

          5. 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.

          6. 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.

          7. 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.

          8. 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.

          9. 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
          busbud logoThe 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?

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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