🚌 Bus from Frankley to Shirley
2 direct routes · about 48 min · first bus 04:47, last bus 22:25 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | National Express West Midlands | ~48 min | 130 | 04:47 | 22:25 | Hollywood Bowl (opposite) |
| 27 | Diamond Bus | ~82 min | 11 | 05:55 | 16:05 | Hollywood Bowl (adjacent) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Frankley on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Frankley to Shirley?
2 routes run directly from Frankley to Shirley: the 49 (National Express West Midlands), the 27 (Diamond Bus).
How long does the bus take from Frankley to Shirley?
Around 48 minutes on the 49, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Frankley to Shirley?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 49) leaves around 04:47 and the last around 22:25. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Frankley to Shirley?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.