National Express operates, but it is much slower than the train.

Is the train expensive?

Prices vary; book early to save.

There are many multi-story car parks in the city center.

Is it a scenic drive?

The Suffolk countryside is scenic, but the M6 is purely functional.

Bungay

Birmingham

Train Driving

Bungay to Birmingham

Updated: 31 May 2026

Traveling from Bungay to Birmingham covers roughly 230 kilometers. The most efficient rail route involves taking a train from Diss to London Liverpool Street, then transferring to London Euston for a direct service to Birmingham New Street. By car, you will primarily use the A14 and M6 motorways. This journey takes you across the breadth of the country, passing through the scenic landscapes of East Anglia into the urban heart of the West Midlands. Expect a travel time of approximately 4 hours by car or 4.5 hours by train. Birmingham is a major transport hub, making it highly accessible from the East.

Total Distance: 230 km driving, 200 km air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving, provided you avoid peak traffic on the M6.

Cheapest Way

Train booked well in advance via the Greater Anglia website.

Compare Bungay to Birmingham Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	4 hours 30 mins	4 hours
Avg Price	45-90 GBP	40-60 GBP fuel
Operator	Greater Anglia and Avanti West Coast	N/A
Route	Diss to London, then London Euston to Birmingham New Street.	A143 to A14, then M6 motorway.
Tip	Use the Elizabeth Line to transfer between Liverpool Street and Euston.	The A14 can be slow near Cambridge; plan for extra time.

Travel Tips

Train Transfers
Allow at least 45 minutes for the transfer between London stations.
Parking
Use the Q-Park services for secure parking in Birmingham.
Traffic
Avoid the M6 during Friday afternoon peak hours.
Booking
Use Trainline for real-time updates on your journey.
Navigation
Use Waze for live traffic updates on the A14.