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Bournemouth to Birmingham
From £12.00 one-way*
Coach from Bournemouth to Birmingham
National Express coaches travel from Bournemouth to Birmingham up to 3 times daily with one-way ticket prices starting from £12.00*, connecting the seaside charm of Bournemouth to England's vibrant second city with comfortable and convenient travel options.
| Bournemouth to Birmingham journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 4 hr 25 mins |
| Cheapest price | From £12.00 * |
| Distance (approx) | 271km |
| No. of stops | 0 (other services use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 8:00am/15:00pm (from Bournemouth) |
Our Bournemouth to Birmingham services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 160 service travels up to 2 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Oxford Bus Station
- Birmingham Coach Station
Our 161 service travels up to once a day and calls at the following stops:
- Bournemouth Coach & Rail Station
- Ringwood Meeting House Lane
- Southampton Coach Station
- Swindon Bus Station
- Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station
- Birmingham Coach Station
Bournemouth to Birmingham route map
Departing from Bournemouth Coach and Rail Station
Bournemouth Coach and Rail Station is conveniently located in the town centre, offering excellent connectivity with the adjacent rail station for wider travel options across Bournemouth and beyond.
A dedicated taxi rank is based nearby for your convenience, making it easy to start your journey to Birmingham with minimal hassle.
For more information, see our Bournemouth Coach Station facilities page.
Arriving in Birmingham
Birmingham Coach Station welcomes you to the heart of the UK's second city, with excellent on-site facilities to help you recharge after your journey.
You'll find a coffee shop, various eateries, clean restrooms and a newsagent at the station before you head out to explore Birmingham's vibrant cultural scene, shopping districts and famous attractions.
Learn more at our Birmingham Coach Station page.
Perfect For:
✅ Seaside dwellers seeking a city break experience
✅ Budget-conscious travellers exploring England's major cities
✅ Students and commuters needing affordable intercity transport
Book your Bournemouth to Birmingham ticket today and enjoy reliable, comfortable coach travel with National Express. Let us handle the driving while you save money for enjoying all that Birmingham has to offer.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Bournemouth Coach & Rail Station at 8.00am, terminating at Birmingham Coach Station at 13.00pm.
The last coach departs from Bournemouth Coach & Rail Station at 15.00pm, arriving at Birmingham Coach Station at 19.25pm
A one-way journey from Bournemouth to Birmingham is available from £12.00*.
Our fastest coach will arrive in 4 hrs 25 mins from Bournemouth to Birmingham.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
