The cheapest and fastest buses from Longford to Birmingham
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Buses per day
45
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Longford to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Birmingham will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 45 buses that leave Longford for Birmingham on Thu, Jul 09, 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct buses cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus4:30 PM3h10London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 57:40 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:50 PM2h50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 37:40 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:50 PM2h55London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 54:45 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:50 PM2h45London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 51:35 AMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:10 PM2h35London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 34:45 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:35 AM2h15London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 310:50 AMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€151One-way0 transfers
NX4108:30 PM2h15London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 310:45 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:45 AM2h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 39:05 AMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€151One-way0 transfers
NX2101:00 AM2h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 33:20 AMBirmingham, Coach Station€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:10 AM2h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 312:30 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Longford to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Longford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €83.
Distance: 149 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price |
3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Longford to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Birmingham buses for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX210 | Delayed 2:50 PM 1:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h20 | 3:05 PM 3:05 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | Delayed 2:50 PM 7:40 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h35 | 3:05 PM 3:05 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h35 | 10:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h15 | 10:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | Delayed 2:50 PM 8:50 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h35 | 3:05 PM 3:05 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h40 | 12:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h20 | 12:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | Delayed 2:50 PM 10:40 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h35 | 3:05 PM 3:05 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h40 | 1:25 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h20 | 1:25 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h45 | 2:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX409 | 12:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h35 | 2:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h25 | 2:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | Delayed 2:50 PM 12:40 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h40 | 3:05 PM 3:05 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h55 | 4:45 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | Delayed 2:50 PM 2:00 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h45 | 4:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h35 | 4:45 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | On time 3:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h45 | 6:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX410 | 4:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h35 | 6:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h10 | 7:40 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h50 | 7:40 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | On time 5:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h55 | 7:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h00 | 8:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h40 | 8:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | On time 6:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h45 | 9:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h50 | 9:20 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h30 | 9:20 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | On time 7:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h30 | 10:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h50 | 10:50 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h30 | 10:50 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX410 | 8:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h15 | 10:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h15 | 12:05 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h55 | 12:05 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | On time 9:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h30 | 12:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h45 | 1:35 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h25 | 1:35 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | On time 11:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h25 | 1:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h45 | 2:40 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 · NX421 | On time 11:59 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h01 | 5:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 9 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h25 | 2:40 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX424 | 12:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h20 | 2:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h30 | 3:10 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 | 1:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h20 | 3:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX400 | 4:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h10 | 9:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2h40 | 9:05 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2h20 | 9:05 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 · NX421 | On time 11:59 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h01 | 5:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Longford to Birmingham by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Jul 09
Jul 10
Jul 11
Jul 12
Jul 13
Jul 14
Jul 15
Why should you book Longford to Birmingham buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Longford to Birmingham.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Longford to Birmingham.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Longford to Birmingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Longford to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Longford to Birmingham
Buses from Longford to Birmingham run on average 42 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 40 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 149 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 149 km |
Average bus duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 42 |
Direct buses 40 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Longford to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Longford to Birmingham with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
National Express
Megabus
FAQs: Bus from Longford to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Longford to Birmingham
Most Longford to Birmingham buses use the London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Longford and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do buses from Longford arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
More options for your journey from Longford to Birmingham
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

