Coach from Edinburgh to Birmingham: Cheapest bus tickets to popular coach stations
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Coach from Edinburgh to Birmingham
National Express coaches travel from Edinburgh to Birmingham, starting from £22 one-way*, with journey times around 8 hours 30 minutes. With guaranteed seats, generous legroom and free WiFi throughout your journey, you can relax and enjoy the trip while our drivers take care of getting you there.
Book your tickets to Birmingham on our daily 180 and 183 services, and hundreds of other UK and European locations, in the blue journey planner above.
Our Edinburgh to Birmingham services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Edinburgh to Birmingham route map
Departing from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Bus Station sits right in the heart of the city centre, just moments from St Andrew's Square.
The station offers excellent facilities for your comfort before departure, including toilet facilities, a coffee shop for pre-journey refreshments, and convenient phone charging areas so you can start your adventure fully powered up.
Arriving in Birmingham
Birmingham Coach Station is located in Digbeth at the heart of the city centre, just a short stroll from the Bullring and Grand Central shopping destinations.
A taxi rank sits directly outside the station, with city bus stops nearby serving numerous routes. Both New Street and Moor Street rail stations are within easy walking distance, making onward connections simple.
Take a look at our Birmingham Coach Station facilities.
Perfect for:
✅ Travellers wanting direct Scotland to England connections with guaranteed comfort
✅ Day or overnight passengers needing free WiFi and generous legroom
✅ Budget-conscious travellers seeking cheap travel options while exploring Britain's second city from Scotland's capital
Book your Edinburgh to Birmingham journey today and enjoy a comfortable, stress-free travel experience with the UK's leading coach operator. Our modern fleet ensures you arrive refreshed and ready to explore everything Birmingham has to offer.
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T&C: *Limited Availability. Price includes a £1.50 booking fee. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 13.07.2026 for travel between 13.07.2026 - 09.11.2026.