What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to East London?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to East London is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to East London?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to East London is to train and line 205 bus which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and East London?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to East London. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Queen Mary / University Of London via Marble Arch Station / Park Lane and Holles Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Birmingham to East London?

The distance between Birmingham and East London is 118 miles. The road distance is 120.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to East London without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to East London without a car is to train and line 205 bus which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to East London?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Birmingham to East London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to East London bus from?

Birmingham to East London bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham to East London bus arrive?

Birmingham to East London bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marble Arch station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to East London?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to East London is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Birmingham to East London.

Where can I stay near East London?

There are 21979+ hotels available in East London.

Birmingham to East London - 4 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to East London by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 205 bus
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Euston Station to Queen Mary / University Of Londonbus N205 / ...
2h 11m
£40–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Marble Archbus 541 / ...
3h 50m
£25–57
Drive 120.1 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to East Londoncar 120.1 mi
2h 18m
£29–42
Train, line 205 bus via London Marylebone
1. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to London Marylebonetrain Birmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the bus from Old Marylebone Town Hall to Queen Mary / University Of Londonbus N205 / ...
3h
£53–88

Birmingham to East London by train and bus

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2h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.5 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and East London, England?

National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Marble Arch hourly. Tickets cost £21–55 and the journey takes 3h.

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