Bus from Birmingham to Durham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Durham on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
MegabusBus
    Brunel Street
    Durham UniversityCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 14:15 GMT.

    Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Durham

    We recommend taking the train

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 3 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just £55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    10train per day
    3h 13mAverage duration
    160 milesDistance
    6kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price£34 - £55Average duration11h 55m
    6kg CO₂e
    Average price£55 - £397Average duration3h 13m
    6kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average price£20 - £20Average duration3h 50m
    11kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Durham

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Durham?

      The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Durham start from £34. The average price for this route is around £54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Durham?

      The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Durham is 11h 55m, covering a distance of 159 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 55m and is operated by Megabus UK.

    3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Durham route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Durham?

      The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Durham at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 02:00.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Durham?

      A bus journey from Birmingham to Durham produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    27/11
    No data
    28/11
    £42
    Today
    £50
    30/11
    £31
    01/12
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    02/12
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    03/12
    £42
    04/12
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    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Durham was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £31

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Durham as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from £31 to £50 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2025-11-30.

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