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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major museum and gallery with fine art, local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in the city centre.
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 11 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
406 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 7 buses that leave Glasgow for Birmingham every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 406 km distance in an average of 7 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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NX590Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 406 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price | £69 Average Price |
7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Birmingham coaches for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX590 | 8:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 7h30 | 16:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 7h25 | 16:15 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 7h30 | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX183 | 10:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h55 | 21:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX180 | 19:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h50 | 6:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 6h05 | 4:45 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX181 | 23:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 7h25 | 6:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Glasgow to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 406 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 406 km |
Average bus duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.
Major museum and gallery with fine art, local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in the city centre.
Science museum with interactive galleries on industry, transport and invention, making it a strong family-friendly visit.
Independent museum in a converted factory, exploring Birmingham's pen trade with demonstrations and hands-on exhibits.
Creative district with street art, independent shops and converted industrial buildings, popular for urban walks and photography.
Historic quarter known for jewellery workshops, heritage trails, museums and distinctive Georgian and Victorian streetscapes.
Waterside district of canals, bars and cultural venues, ideal for strolling, boat trips and seeing Birmingham's industrial past.
A Birmingham-born curry with spiced meat in rich tomato gravy. It reflects the city’s famed Balti Triangle and its South Asian culinary heritage.
A slow-cooked stew of beef, vegetables and stock topped with sliced potatoes. A Black Country classic closely associated with the Birmingham area.
Pork offal sausage traditionally served with peas, mash and gravy. It is a long-standing working-class dish from the Black Country near Birmingham.
Elegant modern dining in Edgbaston with refined tasting menus and polished service in a calm, intimate setting.
Popular Jewish-style deli and restaurant famous for piled-high sandwiches, baked treats and relaxed daytime dining.
Lively Indian restaurant in the Balti Triangle, known for Balti dishes cooked in pressed-steel bowls and a bustling local atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street
Finding buses from Glasgow to Birmingham has never been easier, and there are several to choose from each day. Megabus runs two buses each day, one departing in the afternoon and one at night. The route is also covered by National Express, and buses depart every two to three hours from early morning till the evening. Both operators offer a direct service though Megabus is the faster of the two. Megabus coaches take approximately 5 hours to reach Birmingham on the night time route and about 6 hours during the day. A journey with National Express takes between 6 and 8 hours depending on the service chosen.
Buses from Glasgow to Birmingham depart from Buchanan Street Bus station which is conveniently located in the city centre. All areas of the station are easily accessible by wheelchair, and though that station is open for 24 hours each day the concourse is only open from early morning till late in the evening. Local bus services run from all areas of Glasgow to the station, and there is parking available nearby for those who wish to arrive by car.
Visitors flock to Birmingham for shopping that rivals London and great nightlife and entertainment. The city also boasts an extensive network of canals, with more miles of navigable waterway than Amsterdam or Venice. National Express buses from Glasgow to Birmingham arrive at Birmingham Coach Station in Digbeth close to the city centre. The station is National Express's headquarters and is well served by local buses. Megabus arrives at Hill Street Station which is just a 5 minute walk from New Street Station. Buses and taxis are readily available throughout the day and night.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Birmingham buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
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