Bus York to Birmingham: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from York to Birmingham

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

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Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 1m	6:59 AM	York	Central Station	12:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Station, York (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 6:59:00 AM to Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 1m
National Express	4h 54m	10:01 AM	York	Central Station	2:55 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Station, York (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 10:01:00 AM to Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 54m
National Express	4h 49m	10:21 AM	York	Central Station	3:10 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Station, York (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 10:21:00 AM to Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 49m
FlixBus	5h 55m	6:50 AM	York	Leeman Road	12:45 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Leeman Road, York (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 6:50:00 AM to Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
FlixBus	6h 35m	8:00 AM	York	Leeman Road	2:35 PM	Birmingham	Great Charles St Queensway	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Leeman Road, York (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 8:00:00 AM to Great Charles St Queensway, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	4h 52m	5:58 AM	York	Central Station	10:50 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Station, York (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 5:58:00 AM to Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 10:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 52m
National Express	5h 1m	6:59 AM	York	Central Station	12:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Station, York (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 6:59:00 AM to Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 1m
National Express	4h 39m	7:51 AM	York	Central Station	12:30 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Station, York (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 7:51:00 AM to Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 12:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 39m
FlixBus	5h 55m	6:50 AM	York	Leeman Road	12:45 PM	Birmingham	Aston University	Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Leeman Road, York (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 6:50:00 AM to Aston University, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
FlixBus	5h 40m	4:40 PM	York	Leeman Road	10:20 PM	Birmingham	Aston University	Economy	$19	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Leeman Road, York (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 4:40:00 PM to Aston University, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m

Frequency of bus connections between York and Birmingham

See here how frequent the connections between York and Birmingham are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from York to Birmingham. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 14 daily coaches between York and Birmingham.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 14 buses from York to Birmingham, while Night sees the fewest connections between York and Birmingham, with 1 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/10/2026 costs just $13, from National Express

Facts about the bus from York to Birmingham

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 15 times every day by bus from York to Birmingham in one click! Book your bus ticket from York to Birmingham starting from $13!

Cheapest Bus	$13
Fastest Bus	3h 50m
Earliest Bus	6:50 AM
Latest Bus	10:12 PM
Daily Bus Routes	15 Ø
Distance	106.9 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from York to Birmingham

Every day, 15 buses from 2 bus companies leave York for Birmingham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/08/2026 and for the following days.

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Thursday 09/10

$13

Friday 09/11

$13

Saturday 09/12

$13

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Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$13

Tuesday 09/22

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Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$13

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

$13

Thursday 10/01

$13

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from York to Birmingham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from York to Birmingham, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $13, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from York to Birmingham. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $13.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from York to Birmingham, with $13. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $13.

How to save money travelling from York 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 York 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 York 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 York to Birmingham are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in York and Birmingham

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

Bus Station

Leeman Rd

Copmanthorpe

Horseman Avenue

Vangarde Shopping Park Bus Stop

Barton Hill A64

Castle Howard

Coach Station

Mill Lane

Bearwood

Hagley Road

Brunel Street

Brunel St

Great Charles St Queensway

Great Charles Street Queensway 142

Dudley Street

Dudley Street 89

Service and Comfort on the bus from York to Birmingham

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

FAQs about the York to Birmingham bus

How much does a York Birmingham bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $13 and takes 5h 1m to reach Birmingham. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $13 and $19. 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 York to Birmingham each day?

Every day, the York to Birmingham bus route is served by approximately 15 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from York to Birmingham is offered by National Express and takes 3h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $19. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from York to Birmingham?

The earliest bus arriving in Birmingham from York starts at 6:50 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 York to Birmingham?

The latest bus trip departing from York for Birmingham starts at 10:12 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 York Birmingham route?

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

Is there a direct bus between York and Birmingham?

You can check all the direct connections between York 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: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the York 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 York 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 York 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 York to Birmingham on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to York and to Birmingham

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