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

The cheapest way to get from East London to Birmingham is to bus which costs £16 - £28 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from East London to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between East London and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from East London to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Queen Mary / University Of London and arriving at Newhall Street via Baker Street Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from East London to Birmingham?

The distance between East London and Birmingham is 118 miles. The road distance is 120.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from East London to Birmingham without a car is to line 205 bus and train which takes 2h 22m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from East London to Birmingham, including transfers.

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

East London to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where does the East London to Birmingham bus arrive?

East London to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Can I drive from East London to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between East London to Birmingham is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from East London to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3325+ hotels available in Birmingham.

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

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

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Line 205 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Queen Mary / University Of London to Euston Stationbus N205 / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 22m
£37–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Newhall Streetbus Uk030 / ...
4h 11m
£17–28
Drive 119.7 mi
1. Drive from East London to Birminghamcar 119.7 mi
2h 18m
£29–42
Line 205 bus, train via London Marylebone
1. Take the bus from Queen Mary / University Of London to Baker Street Stationbus N205 / ...
2. Take the train from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
3h 36m
£52–92

East London to Birmingham by bus and train

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2h 22mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.7 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Newhall Street hourly. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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