What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to The Broads?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to The Broads is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to The Broads?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to The Broads is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and The Broads?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to The Broads. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Jennens Road and arriving at The Lion via Bus Station and Market Gates. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and The Broads?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to The Broads. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Great Yarmouth via Ely and Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Birmingham to The Broads?

The distance between Birmingham and The Broads is 205 miles. The road distance is 180.3 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to The Broads without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to The Broads without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £130 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to The Broads?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Birmingham to The Broads, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to The Broads bus from?

Birmingham to The Broads bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to The Broads train from?

Birmingham to The Broads train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to The Broads?

The best way to get from Birmingham to The Broads is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Birmingham to The Broads bus arrive?

Birmingham to The Broads bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Norwich station.

Where does the Birmingham to The Broads train arrive?

Birmingham to The Broads train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to The Broads?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to The Broads is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Birmingham to The Broads.

Where can I stay near The Broads?

There are 1701+ hotels available in The Broads.

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to The Broads by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Elytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Ely to Norwichtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 58m
£136–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Norwichbus Uk083
6h 28m
£22–37
Drive 179.3 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to The Broadscar 179.3 mi
3h 1m
£45–64
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Elytrain
2. Take the train from Ely to Lowestofttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Lionbus 1
7h 53m
£91–142
Bus via Cambridge
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Parksidebus 777
2. Take the bus from Parkside to Market Gatesbus 727 / ...
8h 52m
£33–56

Birmingham to The Broads by bus and foot

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Distance: 203.5 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and The Broads, England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to The Broads via Ely, Norwich, and Great Yarmouth in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Norwich twice daily. Tickets cost £19–28 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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