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08/12/2025
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Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham by bus

The journey from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham by bus is 129.02 mi and takes 4 hrs 9 mins. There are 37 connections per day, with the first departure at 01:00 and the last at 23:59. It is possible to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham by bus for as little as £2.69 or as much as £49.50. The best price for this journey is £2.69.

Lowest Price £2.69
Journey Duration 4 hrs 9 mins
Connection per Day 37
Lowest Price £2.69
Highest Price £49.50
First Departure 01:00
Last Departure 23:59
Distance 129.02 mi
Departure Southend-on-Sea
Arrival Birmingham
Carriers Megabus, Eurolines

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham

The cheapest Southend-on-Sea - Birmingham bus tickets can be found for as low as £14.87 if you’re lucky, or £17.09 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £23.16.

Find the best day to travel to Birmingham by bus

When travelling to Birmingham by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Megabus, Eurolines and National Express from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham
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Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
14.53kg
Bus
15.57kg
Flight
41.53kg
Car
33.22kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham?
A bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham is £16.55. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £2.69.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham is £2.69. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Southend-on-Sea and Birmingham by bus?
Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham is 129.02 mi.
How long does the bus between Southend-on-Sea and Birmingham take?
Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham is on average 4 hrs 9 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 25 mins.
Which companies operate from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham?
The bus journey from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Megabus, Eurolines and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham?
Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham has 37 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham leave?
The earliest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham departs at 01:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham depart?
The latest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham departs at 23:59. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £2.69 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham?
There are on average 28 direct connection(s) from Southend-on-Sea to go to Birmingham.
What's the fastest journey time between Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Southend-on-Sea and Birmingham is 2 hrs 25 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Birmingham.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham by bus?
The bus journey from Southend-on-Sea to Birmingham creates 15.57kg of CO2 emissions.

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