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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£51
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
5 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
5 h 45 m
Trains on 17 Sept
3
Distance
406 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
To travel from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34288+
W70516 · C1777217:116h07Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)23:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£511One-way2 changes- W34046+P69312 · C179215:575h21Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)11:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£511One-way2 changes
- W34287+C18003 · P6938415:275h46Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)21:13Glasgow Central (GLC)£591One-way2 changes
- W34046+P69312 · C179215:575h21Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)11:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£511One-way2 changes
- W34287+C18003 · P6938415:275h46Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)21:13Glasgow Central (GLC)£591One-way2 changes
- W34288+W70516 · C1777217:116h07Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)23:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£511One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a train costs an average of £239.
Distance: 406 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£239 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC):
A coach is £195 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) costing on average £239.
Other travel options to Glasgow Central (GLC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 10m.
You'll arrive about 42m sooner (4h 10m by train vs 4h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £239 compared to roughly £78 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34287+C18003 · P69384 | Delayed 17:09 15:27Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 5h46 | 21:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| W34288+C17772 · W70516 | Delayed 19:09 17:11Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 6h07 | 23:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
| W34046+C17921 · P69312 | 5:57 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 5h21 | 11:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £214 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 406 km distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 406 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £214 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 6:04 |
Last train 19:07 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trainsAvanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) and Glasgow Central (GLC) from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) 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 Central (GLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) and Glasgow Central (GLC)
Most Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) and Glasgow Central (GLC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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