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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 £80.
Distance: 286 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £156 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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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
Most Glasgow to Birkenhead buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Birkenhead bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do buses to Birkenhead leave from?
Getting to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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