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Compare all timetables for the bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Edinburgh to Birmingham from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.

today
$46
tomorrow
$27
Wednesday
$27
Thursday
$27
Friday
$31
Saturday
$24
Sunday
$31

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 57m 7:48 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 4:45 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $46
FlixBus 12h 15m 10:40 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 10:55 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $46
FlixBus 8h 51m 7:54 PM Edinburgh Princes Street 4:45 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $46
National Express 9h 35m 9:10 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 6:45 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $57
National Express 9h 55m 8:30 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 6:25 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $69
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Birmingham via Manchester, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      12h 35m
      0
      7:25 AM
      Edinburgh
      Haymarket Station
      3:20 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $29
      • Waiting Time 2h 10m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    Travel time is 3h 44m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 8:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 5:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $27
National Express 9h 40m 11:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 9:25 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $31
FlixBus 12h 30m 9:05 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 9:35 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $34
FlixBus 8h 57m 7:48 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 4:45 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $41
FlixBus 8h 51m 7:54 PM Edinburgh Princes Street 4:45 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $41

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 8:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 5:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $27
National Express 9h 40m 11:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 9:25 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $27
FlixBus 12h 30m 9:05 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 9:35 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $35
FlixBus 11h 15m 6:35 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 5:50 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $44
FlixBus 10h 35m 7:15 AM Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station 5:50 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $44

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 8:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 5:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $27
National Express 9h 40m 11:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 9:25 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $31
FlixBus 12h 30m 9:05 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 9:35 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $33
FlixBus 8h 51m 7:54 PM Edinburgh Princes Street 4:45 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $47
FlixBus 8h 46m 7:59 PM Edinburgh Haymarket Station 4:45 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $47

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 8:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 5:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $31
National Express 9h 40m 11:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 9:25 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $31
FlixBus 12h 40m 8:55 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 9:35 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $36
FlixBus 11h 15m 6:35 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 5:50 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $53
FlixBus 8h 57m 7:48 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 4:45 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $53

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 8:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 5:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $24
National Express 9h 30m 11:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 9:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $31
FlixBus 11h 15m 6:35 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 5:50 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $52
FlixBus 8h 30m 8:15 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 4:45 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $52
FlixBus 10h 0m 7:50 AM Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station 5:50 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $52

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 8:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 5:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $31
National Express 9h 30m 11:45 AM Edinburgh Central bus station 9:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $35
National Express 9h 35m 9:10 PM Edinburgh Central bus station 6:45 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $35
FlixBus 8h 25m 8:20 PM Edinburgh Princes Street 4:45 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $38
FlixBus 8h 20m 8:25 PM Edinburgh Haymarket Station 4:45 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $38

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham is $23 on 2/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Birmingham

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Birmingham are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Edinburgh to Birmingham. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Birmingham.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 47 buses from Edinburgh to Birmingham, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Birmingham, with 40 offers.

Facts about the bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 12 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham starting from $23!

Cheapest Bus $23
Fastest Bus 8h 20m
Earliest Bus 7:15 AM
Latest Bus 9:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes 12 Ø
Distance 245.3 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Every day, 12 buses from 2 bus companies leave Edinburgh for Birmingham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 01/25
Monday 01/26
$46
Tuesday 01/27
$27
Wednesday 01/28
$27
Thursday 01/29
$27
Friday 01/30
$31
Saturday 01/31
$24
Sunday 02/01
$31
Monday 02/02
$32
Tuesday 02/03
$24
Wednesday 02/04
$32
Thursday 02/05
$23
Friday 02/06
$28
Saturday 02/07
$24
Sunday 02/08
$27
Monday 02/09
$23
Tuesday 02/10
$23
Wednesday 02/11
$23
Thursday 02/12
$23
Friday 02/13
$27
Saturday 02/14
$31
Sunday 02/15
$27
Monday 02/16
$24
Tuesday 02/17
$30
Wednesday 02/18
$24
Thursday 02/19
$24
Friday 02/20
$27
Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Birmingham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $23, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $27.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham, with $24. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $35.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Edinburgh to Birmingham are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Edinburgh to Birmingham

These are the most booked bus companies between Edinburgh to Birmingham from our users.

National Express from Edinburgh to Birmingham

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Edinburgh to Birmingham:

Cheapest Price $24
Fastest Bus 8h 30m
Earliest Bus 8:30 PM
Last Bus 9:10 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 1/26/2026

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Birmingham

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Edinburgh and Birmingham.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Edinburgh to Birmingham? Compare all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Birmingham.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Edinburgh to Birmingham? Or which bus companies serve the route Edinburgh to Birmingham? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Birmingham bus

How much does a Edinburgh Birmingham bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $23 and takes 8h 30m to reach Birmingham. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $23 and $69. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Birmingham.

On average, how many connections are available from Edinburgh to Birmingham each day?

Every day, the Edinburgh to Birmingham bus route is served by approximately 12 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Edinburgh to Birmingham take?

The fastest bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham is offered by FlixBus and takes 8h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $52. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

The earliest bus arriving in Birmingham from Edinburgh starts at 7:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

The latest bus trip departing from Edinburgh for Birmingham starts at 9:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Edinburgh Birmingham route?

When traveling by bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham, passengers can travel with FlixBus and National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Birmingham?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh and Birmingham by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the Edinburgh to Birmingham bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Edinburgh Birmingham bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Edinburgh Birmingham bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 12 daily trips between Edinburgh and Birmingham. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

Prices and availability for 12 trips between Edinburgh and Birmingham change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Edinburgh to Birmingham

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Birmingham

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Edinburgh and to Birmingham. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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