How much is the bus ticket from Port Talbot to Birmingham?

The cheapest coach tickets from Port Talbot to Birmingham start from £11. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Port Talbot to Birmingham?

The average bus journey time from Port Talbot to Birmingham is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 98 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 30m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Port Talbot to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Talbot to Birmingham?

The earliest bus departs from Port Talbot to Birmingham at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Talbot to Birmingham?

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

Which is the best bus company from Port Talbot to Birmingham?

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 29833 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Talbot to Birmingham?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Port Talbot to Birmingham?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Talbot to Birmingham?

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.

Bus Port Talbot to Birmingham from £9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Port Talbot to Birmingham on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	8h 25m	20:15	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	12:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	3h 45m	16:15	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	12:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	4h	16:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	4h	16:30	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	4h	16:30	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Port Talbot to Birmingham on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	6h 5m	09:55	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	08:25	Port Talbot Bus Station	3h 50m	12:15	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	01:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	6h 25m	07:55	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	6h 50m	14:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	01:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	6h 25m	07:55	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Port Talbot to Birmingham on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	6h 5m	09:55	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	10:10	Port Talbot Bus Station	3h 35m	13:45	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	5h 55m	07:40	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	6h 50m	14:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	01:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	5h 55m	07:40	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Port Talbot to Birmingham on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	6h 5m	09:55	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	10:10	Port Talbot Bus Station	3h 35m	13:45	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	5h 55m	07:40	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	6h 50m	14:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	01:45	Port Talbot Bus Station	5h 55m	07:40	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Port Talbot to Birmingham on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	6h 5m	09:55	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	10:10	Port Talbot Bus Station	3h 35m	13:45	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	01:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	6h 25m	07:55	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	6h 50m	14:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	01:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	6h 25m	07:55	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Port Talbot to Birmingham on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	6h 5m	09:55	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	07:15	Port Talbot Bus Station	3h 30m	10:45	Bearwood, Hangley Rd.	Fastest
Bus	01:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	6h 25m	07:55	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:50	Bus Station (Stand 2)	6h 50m	14:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	01:30	Port Talbot Bus Station	6h 25m	07:55	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:22 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Port Talbot to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

102 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£11 - £70	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £17	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,833 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29833 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £11

National Express Port Talbot Birmingham recent customer reviews

Haven't travelled by bus for many years so booked with anticipation. Pleasantly surprised, able to sit back & enjoy scenery - arrived stress free.

Gillian T.

19 March 2024

The bus seats are very uncomfortable with no leg room

Alexandr K.

13 June 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,962 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Port Talbot to Birmingham

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

How much is the bus ticket from Port Talbot to Birmingham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Port Talbot to Birmingham start from £11. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Port Talbot to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Port Talbot to Birmingham is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 98 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 30m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Port Talbot to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Talbot to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Port Talbot to Birmingham at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Talbot to Birmingham?
A bus journey from Port Talbot to Birmingham produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Port Talbot to Birmingham?
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 29833 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Talbot to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Port Talbot to Birmingham?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Talbot to Birmingham?
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

06/01

£13

07/01

£15

Today

£15

09/01

£15

10/01

£14

11/01

£15

12/01

£12

13/01

£12

The cheapest trip from Port Talbot to Birmingham was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £12

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

You can expect to pay from £12 to £57 for a bus ticket from Port Talbot to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2026-01-12.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.