The cheapest and fastest buses from Norwich to Birmingham
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 47 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Norwich to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Birmingham will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
It's difficult to get from Norwich to Birmingham without transferring at least once.
NX490 · NX5503:45 PM7h40Norwich, Bus Station11:25 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€531One-way1 transfer
NX727 · NX7777:15 AM6h15Norwich, Bus Station1:30 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€581One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:05 AM9h00Norwich, Bus Station6:05 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€661One-way1 transfer
NX491 · NX40010:15 AM7h55Norwich, Bus Station6:10 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€681One-way1 transfer
NX728 · NX7774:10 PM9h10Norwich, Bus Station1:20 AMBirmingham, Coach Station€771One-way1 transfer
NX727 · NX7777:15 AM6h15Norwich, Bus Station1:30 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€581One-way1 transfer
NX490 · NX5503:45 PM7h40Norwich, Bus Station11:25 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€531One-way1 transfer
NX491 · NX40010:15 AM7h55Norwich, Bus Station6:10 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€681One-way1 transfer
NX727 · NX77711:45 AM8h05Norwich, Bus Station7:50 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€951One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:05 AM9h00Norwich, Bus Station6:05 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€661One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Norwich to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €49.
Distance: 217 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€37 Average price Cheapest | €77 Average price |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Norwich to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Birmingham buses for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX727 · NX777 | 6:15 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 6h15 | 12:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 9h00 | 5:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1 transfer | |
NX491 · NX400 | On time 9:15 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 7h55 | 5:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX777 | On time 10:45 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 8h05 | 6:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX490 · NX550 | On time 2:45 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 7h40 | 10:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX728 · NX777 | On time 3:10 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 9h10 | 12:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Norwich to Birmingham.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Norwich to Birmingham.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Norwich to Birmingham
Buses from Norwich to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:25, the last at 23:47. The fastest bus covers the 217 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 217 km |
Average bus duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 3:25 AM |
Last bus 11:47 PM |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Norwich to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Norwich to Birmingham with Megabus, National Express for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Norwich to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Norwich to Birmingham
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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