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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Birkenhead
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
12 h 13 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Birkenhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Birkenhead will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Glasgow to Birkenhead you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus7:3511h45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station19:20Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre£301One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus7:3512h00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station19:35Liverpool, Liverpool One£301One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:4012h55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station11:35Liverpool, Liverpool One£431One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus7:3511h45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station19:20Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre£301One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus7:3512h00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station19:35Liverpool, Liverpool One£301One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:4012h55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station11:35Liverpool, Liverpool One£431One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Birkenhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Birkenhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 286 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £159 Average Price |
19h 50m Average total duration 19h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Birkenhead bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Birkenhead coaches for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:55 Glasgow | 19h20 | 19:15 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 31 May | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h45 | 19:20 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h00 | 19:35 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Birkenhead
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Buses from Glasgow to Birkenhead run on average 5 times per day, taking around 19h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 286 km distance in 19h 20m.
Distance 286 km |
Average bus duration 19h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 19h 20m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Glasgow to Birkenhead coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Birkenhead by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birkenhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Birkenhead
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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