Birmingham to Cirencester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Cirencester

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€26

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€26

Fastest journey on Sep 19

3 h 45 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

4 h 3 m

Buses on Sep 19

2

Distance

85 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Cirencester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to Cirencester will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Cirencester without transferring at least once.

  • National ExpressNX104 · NX444
    10:30 AM4h20
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    2:50 PMCirencester, London Road
    €261One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX100 · NX444
    12:30 PM3h45
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    4:15 PMCirencester, London Road
    €271One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Cirencester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Cirencester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, while a train costs an average of €29.

Distance: 85 km

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Bus
Train
Driving

€26

Average price

Cheapest

€29

Average price

€29

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 32m

Average total duration

2h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 27m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

National Express

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Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Cirencester is a bus with an average price of €26.

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Cirencester:

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Cirencester costing on average €29.

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Cirencester is by train with an average journey time of 1h 18m.

Other travel options to Cirencester take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Cirencester including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Birmingham to Cirencester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Cirencester buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express1:00 AM Birmingham
2h30
3:30 AM Cirencester0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Cirencester

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Buses from Birmingham to Cirencester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €24 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 85 km distance in 3h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €24
Distance
85 km
Average bus duration
2h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
€25
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
3h 35m
First bus
1:00 AM
Last bus
11:20 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €24

Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to CirencesterYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Cirencester with National Express for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest National Express Price
€25
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Cirencester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Cirencester by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cirencester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Cirencester can start from as little as €25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Cirencester is €26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Birmingham to Cirencester is 3h 35m to travel the 85 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Birmingham to Cirencester leaves at 1:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Cirencester leaves at 11:20 PM.
There are 4 coaches a day from Birmingham to Cirencester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Cirencester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Cirencester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Cirencester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Birmingham , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Hagley Road West . When arriving in Cirencester , you can end your trip in coach stations like Cirencester, London Road .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cirencester, London Road, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Cirencester from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Cirencester is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Cirencester including taking a bus and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Cirencester for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Cirencester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Cirencester depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Cirencester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Cirencester:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Cirencester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Cirencester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Cirencester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Cirencester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Cirencester with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Cirencester

Most Birmingham to Cirencester buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Cirencester, London Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Cirencester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Birmingham
Arrival bus stations in Cirencester

Which Birmingham station do buses to Cirencester leave from?

Buses from Birmingham to Cirencester leave from Birmingham, Coach Station. The station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre at Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre

Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 97, 6, X2, 3, 97A, 2, 4A, 5, X1 · 4m · €2 · every ~191 min
X2, 4A, X1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5 · 13m · €2 · every ~149 min

Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

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