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Coach from Edinburgh to Birmingham
National Express coaches travel from Edinburgh to Birmingham, starting from £15.70 one-way*, with journey times around 8 hours 30 minutes. With guaranteed seats, generous legroom and free WiFi throughout your journey, you can relax and enjoy the trip while our drivers take care of getting you there.
Book your tickets to Birmingham on our daily 180 and 183 services, and hundreds of other UK and European locations, in the blue journey planner above.
| Edinburgh to Birmingham journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 8hrs 30 mins |
| Cheapest price | From £15.70 * |
| Distance (approx) | 528km |
| No. of stops | 4 (183 service, other services use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 8:45am/21:10pm (from Edinburgh Bus Station) |
Our Edinburgh to Birmingham services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 180 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Edinburgh
- Newcastle
- Leeds Coach Station
- Sheffield Coach Station
- Nottingham
- Leicester, St Margarets Bus Station
- Birmingham Airport (BHX)
- Birmingham Coach Station
Our 183 service travels up to 2 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Edinburgh
- Newcastle
- Leeds Coach Station
- Nottingham
- Leicester, St Margaret's Bus Station
- Birmingham Coach Station
Edinburgh to Birmingham route map
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Departing from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Bus Station sits right in the heart of the city centre, just moments from St Andrew's Square.
The station offers excellent facilities for your comfort before departure, including toilet facilities, a coffee shop for pre-journey refreshments, and convenient phone charging areas so you can start your adventure fully powered up.
Arriving in Birmingham
Birmingham Coach Station is located in Digbeth at the heart of the city centre, just a short stroll from the Bullring and Grand Central shopping destinations.
A taxi rank sits directly outside the station, with city bus stops nearby serving numerous routes. Both New Street and Moor Street rail stations are within easy walking distance, making onward connections simple.
Take a look at our Birmingham Coach Station facilities.
Perfect for:
✅ Travellers wanting direct Scotland to England connections with guaranteed comfort
✅ Day or overnight passengers needing free WiFi and generous legroom
✅ Budget-conscious travellers seeking cheap travel options while exploring Britain's second city from Scotland's capital
Book your Edinburgh to Birmingham journey today and enjoy a comfortable, stress-free travel experience with the UK's leading coach operator. Our modern fleet ensures you arrive refreshed and ready to explore everything Birmingham has to offer.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Edinburgh at 8.45am, terminating at Birmingham Coach Station at 17.15pm.
The last coach departs from Edinburgh at 21.10pm, arriving at Birmingham Coach Station at 6.45am
A one-way journey from Edinburgh to Birmingham is available from £15.70*.
Coach journeys from Edinburgh to Birmingham take approximately 8hrs 30mins.
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.
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