Coach from Manchester to Birmingham: Cheapest bus tickets to popular coach stations
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Coach from Manchester to Birmingham in 1 hour 50 mins (fastest journey)
National Express coaches travel from Manchester to Birmingham up to 20 times daily, with cheap one-way fares starting from £11.40*, and the fastest journey taking just 2 hours. Enjoy comfortable travel with free Wi-Fi, guaranteed seating and ample legroom while travelling between these vibrant northern and midland cities.
Experience the benefits of a guaranteed seat, free Wi-Fi, ample legroom and more by booking your tickets in the blue journey planner above.
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Departing from Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station offers round-the-clock services to Birmingham, with excellent transport connections including a dedicated taxi rank outside.
The station is served by the city-wide tram network and the free Metroshuttle service connecting to Manchester's rail stations, making it easy to start your journey across England.
Take a look at our Manchester Central Coach Station facilities for more information.
Arriving at Birmingham Coach Station
Birmingham Coach Station is located in Digbeth in the heart of the city centre, just an 8-minute walk from the Bullring Shopping Centre.
A taxi rank sits directly outside the station, alongside a bus stop serving numerous city centre routes. New Street Rail Station is only a 10-minute walk through the city centre, providing excellent connections for onward travel.
Please take a look at our Birmingham Coach Station facilities for more information.
Perfect for:
✅ Day-trippers wanting cheap intercity travel with guaranteed seats
✅ Business travellers seeking productive journey time with free Wi-Fi
✅ Shoppers heading to Birmingham's renowned retail destinations
Book your Manchester to Birmingham coach journey today and enjoy comfortable, affordable travel between two of England's most dynamic cities with National Express.
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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.