London to Birmingham

London to Birmingham

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Everything is good except time it took more than 5 hours to reach Birmingham from London. Time management is not good. It took more than 5 hours to reach Birmingham from London. And I missed my appointment.
London to Birmingham, Bus Standard AC, Megabus, Jun 15, 2023
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London to Birmingham Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+1h 54m
$278.10
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
00:20
12:35
$350.83
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
00:36
05:00
$34.49
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
01:05
05:05
$43.51
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Bus
National Express
Standard AC
02:00
05:00
$33.43
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
03:16
08:55
$18.57
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
03:55
08:55
$26.53
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
04:35
09:10
$28.65
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
04:51
08:55
$16.45
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
05:44
10:30
$16.45
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
06:00
11:00
$50.32
Flight
British Airways
Economy
06:20
11:50
$152.26
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
06:36
11:30
$19.10
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
06:55
11:00
$55.72
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
07:14
13:00
$49.35
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
07:30
10:35
$13.27
Flight
Jet2
Economy
07:50
00:50
$155.15
Train
Avanti West Coast
Standard
08:07
09:59
$46.93
Train
West Midlands Trains
Standard
08:23
10:44
$35.15
Train
UK Rail Connections
Standard
08:39
10:48
$57.56

How to get from London to Birmingham

When you want to get from London to Birmingham, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 559.02. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 8.07.

How far is London from Birmingham?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from London to Birmingham. Your trip will be a total of 42 miles (67 km). The flying distance is 42 miles (67 km).

How long does it take to get from London to Birmingham?

The travel time from London to Birmingham can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 15 hours.

How much does it cost to get from London to Birmingham?

The cost of the trip from London to Birmingham varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 8.07 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 559.02.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from London to Birmingham:

  • Bus tickets - USD 8.02 to USD 40.09;
  • Train tickets - USD 16.04 to USD 112.26;
  • flight price: USD 204.47 - USD 232.53. From London to Birmingham starting from 05:55 London Stansted Airport until 09:30 London Stansted Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 383.54 to USD 558.61.

How many trips per day are there between London and Birmingham?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:05 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:59. There are 64 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from London to Birmingham any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from London to Birmingham is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from London to Birmingham. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 383.54.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from London to Birmingham

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from London to Birmingham? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 78% decided to go for a bus.
  • 22% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from London to Birmingham

Facts about the transport from London to Birmingham

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure12:05 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day68
Distance67 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvanti West Coast, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, FlixBus, Jet2, National Express, West Midlands Trains