Bus from Birmingham to York: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to York on 26 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Coach Station
    		York Bus Stop (RC)CheapestFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Coach Station
      		York Bus Stop (RC)No tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Coach Station
        		York Bus Stop (RC)No tags
        National ExpressBus
          		Coach Station
          		York Station Rd, Stop RC, outside Rail StnNo tags
          National ExpressBus
            		Coach Station
            		York Station Rd, Stop RC, outside Rail StnNo tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:12 GMT.

            Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to York

            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach York. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1carpool per day
            1h 40mAverage duration
            107 milesDistance
            7kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average price£10 - £46Average duration4h 53m
            4kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average price£19 - £254Average duration2h 23m
            4kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average price£16 - £21Average duration1h 40m
            7kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to York

            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 York?

              The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to York start from £10. The average price for this route is around £15. 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 York?

              The average bus journey time from Birmingham to York is 4h 53m, covering a distance of 108 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 55m and is operated by National Express.

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

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

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

              The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to York at 06:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

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

              A bus journey from Birmingham to York produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

            6. Which is the best bus company from Birmingham to York?

              According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29870 reviews.

            7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to York?

              Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

            8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to York?

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

            9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to York?

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            23/01
            £14
            24/01
            £16
            Today
            £12
            26/01
            £12
            27/01
            £8
            28/01
            £9
            29/01
            £8
            30/01
            £12
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to York was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of £8

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

            You can expect to pay from £8 to £45 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2026-01-27.

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