Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport train

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Great Western Railway
Avanti West Coast
West Midlands Trains
Regionale
Chiltern Railways
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport

Showing times and prices for 11 Apr

Cheapest price

£67

Average price

£129

Fastest journey

7 h 6 m

Average duration

7 h 21 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

418 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.

Fast trains

To travel from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport you need to make at least 4 changes.

  • Avanti West CoastL02364 · S72176+ScotrailY39175 · W74626
    8:389h00
    Birmingham International (BHI)
    17:38Paisley St James (PYJ)
    £671One-way
    3 changes
  • Avanti West CoastL02364 · S72176+ScotrailY39175 · Y38635
    8:388h24
    Birmingham International (BHI)
    17:02Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
    £671One-way
    3 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsW08387+CrossCountryC75378 · C74920+ScotrailY39422
    8:037h06
    Birmingham International (BHI)
    15:09Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
    £1421One-way
    5 changes
  • CrossCountryC72298 · C75327+ScotrailW74877 · Y40616
    8:417h44
    Birmingham International (BHI)
    16:25Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
    £1421One-way
    3 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW02965+CrossCountryC74758+East Midlands RailwayY12256+Northern RailY25430
    8:477h47
    Birmingham International (BHI)
    16:34Paisley St James (PYJ)
    £1421One-way
    7 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight, coach and train for Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £52.

Distance: 418 km

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Coach

£68

Average Price

£52

Average Price

£37

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6h 20m

Average total duration

5h 50m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 11m

Average total duration

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1h 11m

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3h 0m

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8h 45m

Average total duration

8h 15m

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Live departures

Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
west_midlands_railW08387+cross_countryC75378 · C74920+scotrailY394227:03 Birmingham International (BHI)
7h06
14:09 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)5 changes
west_midlands_railW08387+cross_countryC75378 · C74920+scotrailW749077:03 Birmingham International (BHI)
7h22
14:25 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)4 changes
west_midlands_railW08387+cross_countryC75378 · C74920+scotrailW749077:03 Birmingham International (BHI)
7h31
14:34 Paisley St James (PYJ)4 changes
avanti_west_coastL02364 · S72176+scotrailY39175 · W746267:38 Birmingham International (BHI)
9h00
16:38 Paisley St James (PYJ)3 changes
avanti_west_coastL02364 · S72176+scotrailY39175 · Y386357:38 Birmingham International (BHI)
8h24
16:02 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)3 changes
cross_countryC72298 · C75327+scotrailW74877 · Y406167:41 Birmingham International (BHI)
7h44
15:25 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)3 changes
cross_countryC72298 · C75327+scotrailW74877 · W746177:41 Birmingham International (BHI)
7h53
15:34 Paisley St James (PYJ)3 changes
cross_countryC72298 · C75327+scotrailY39438+assertis_busBus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central7:41 Birmingham International (BHI)
7h28
15:09 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)4 changes
avanti_west_coastW02965+cross_countryC74758+east_midlands_railwayY12256+northern_railY254307:47 Birmingham International (BHI)
7h47
15:34 Paisley St James (PYJ)7 changes
avanti_west_coastW02965+cross_countryC74758+east_midlands_railwayY12256+northern_railY254307:47 Birmingham International (BHI)
7h38
15:25 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)7 changes
cross_countryC74877 · C75329+scotrailW74918 · W746268:41 Birmingham International (BHI)
7h57
16:38 Paisley St James (PYJ)3 changes
cross_countryC74877 · C75329+scotrailY39454+assertis_busBus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:41 Birmingham International (BHI)
7h18
15:59 Paisley St James (PYJ)4 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport

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Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 08:37, the last at 13:52. The fastest train covers the 418 km distance in 5h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £28
Distance
418 km
Average train duration
5h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£52
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
5h 20m
First train
8:37
Last train
13:52
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £28

FAQs: Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £68.
The train journey from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport covers a distance of 418 km and takes approximately 5h 20m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport is 418 km.
The first train from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport leaves at 8:37.
The last train from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport departs at 13:52.
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport run approximately 12 times per day.
To get from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport, you can choose from several travel options including flight, coach and train.
There is no night train service from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport is by flight, costing approximately £28.
Booking trains from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of rolling countryside, small towns, and the scenic landscapes of the Lake District, making parts of the trip particularly picturesque.
A day trip from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 20m. However, there are 11 trains per day available for this route, covering a distance of 418 km.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport.

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