What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Birmingham (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Birmingham (Region) is to rideshare which costs £6 - £15 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Birmingham (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Birmingham (Region) is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Birmingham (Region)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Birmingham (Region)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Bristol to Birmingham (Region)?

The distance between Bristol and Birmingham (Region) is 90 miles. The road distance is 88.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Birmingham (Region) without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Birmingham (Region) without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £45 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Birmingham (Region)?

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Birmingham (Region) bus from?

Bristol to Birmingham (Region) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Birmingham (Region) train from?

Bristol to Birmingham (Region) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Birmingham (Region)?

The best way to get from Bristol to Birmingham (Region) is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £40 and takes 2h.

Where does the Bristol to Birmingham (Region) bus arrive?

Bristol to Birmingham (Region) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bristol to Birmingham (Region) train arrive?

Bristol to Birmingham (Region) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Birmingham (Region)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Birmingham (Region) is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Bristol to Birmingham (Region).

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Birmingham (Region)?

Book your Bristol to Birmingham (Region) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Birmingham (Region)?

Book your Bristol to Birmingham (Region) bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birmingham (Region)?

There are 3341+ hotels available in Birmingham (Region).

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Birmingham (Region)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bristol and Birmingham (Region). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bristol to Birmingham (Region) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Birmingham (Region) by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 17m
£45–70
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Birminghamrideshare 88.1 mi
2h 3m
£6–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2h
£10–40
Train via Worcester
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Worcester Shrub Hilltrain Bristol Temple Meads - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
2. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Birmingham Snow Hilltrain Worcester Foregate Street - Stratford-upon-Avon / ...
3h 10m
£41–85
Drive 87.9 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Birmingham (Region)car 87.9 mi
1h 34m
£22–31

Bristol to Birmingham (Region) by train

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1h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 89.4 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Birmingham (Region), England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 2h. FlixBus also services this route every 2 hours.

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