What is the cheapest way to get from Somerset to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Birmingham is to bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway which costs £13 - £23 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Somerset to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Verriers and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Birmingham New Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Somerset to Birmingham?

The distance between Somerset and Birmingham is 143 miles. The road distance is 122.9 miles.

How do I travel from Somerset to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Somerset to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £70 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Somerset to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Somerset to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Birmingham bus from?

Somerset to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Verriers station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Birmingham train from?

Somerset to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Somerset to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Somerset to Birmingham is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Somerset to Birmingham bus arrive?

Somerset to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Somerset to Birmingham train arrive?

Somerset to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Birmingham is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Somerset to Birmingham.

How do I get a bus ticket from Somerset to Birmingham?

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Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Somerset to Birmingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 23m
£70–110
Bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk070 / ...
4h 17m
£13–22
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
4h 3m
£20–44
Drive 122.2 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Birminghamcar 122.2 mi
2h 8m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Verriers to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
4h 5m
£24–60

Somerset to Birmingham by bus and train

126Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 142.2 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Somerset, England and Birmingham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Taunton to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Birmingham Coach Station via Cabot Circus and Bus Station in around 4h 3m.

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