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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£47
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£94
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
4 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
4 h 21 m
Trains on 24 Sept
20
Distance
406 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
On Thu 24 Sept, we found 20 trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 406 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 31 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.
W34046+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street7:074h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:38Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£471One-way1 change- W34213 · W34206+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street6:054h57Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:02Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£471One-way2 changes
- C01369+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street9:074h28Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£511One-way1 change
- W34144 · W34254+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:075h18Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:25Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£511One-way2 changes
- W3428819:074h11Birmingham New Street (BHM)23:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£551One-way0 changes
- W3428717:074h06Birmingham New Street (BHM)21:13Glasgow Central (GLC)£841One-way0 changes
- W3428819:074h11Birmingham New Street (BHM)23:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£551One-way0 changes
- C01369+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street9:074h28Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£511One-way1 change
- W33935+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street11:074h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£841One-way1 change
- W34046+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street7:074h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:38Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£471One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a train costs an average of £168.
Distance: 406 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£168 Average Price | £118 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £118 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ):
A coach is £67 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average £118.
A coach is £117 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) costing on average £168.
Other travel options to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 56m.
Coach takes on average 9h 1m.
Tickets start at around £168 compared to roughly £118 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-50.20. The journey takes 5h 56m versus 4h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33941 · W34033+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 10:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5h14 | 15:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
W33941+ W85179+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 10:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h52 | 14:59 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W33935+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 11:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h30 | 15:37 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
G00698 · G01064+ L87996 | On time 11:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5h47 | 17:14 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| G01067+L88015 | On time 12:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 6h15 | 18:18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| W34286 · W34187+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 12:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5h14 | 17:21 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W34286+W85188+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 12:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h52 | 16:59 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| C01372+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 13:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h34 | 17:41 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| W34290+W85196+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 14:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h52 | 18:59 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W34290 · W34069+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 14:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5h30 | 19:37 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| G00710 · G01073+L87796 | On time 14:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 6h10 | 20:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W34292+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 15:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h38 | 19:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| G00718 · G01082+L87879 | On time 17:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 6h10 | 23:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 24 September | |||||
| W34213 · W34206+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 6:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h57 | 11:02 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W34213+W85165+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 6:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h50 | 10:55 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W34046+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 7:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h31 | 11:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| W34144+W85170+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h53 | 13:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W34144 · W34254+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5h18 | 13:25 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| C01369+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h28 | 13:35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
C24994+ G80191+L87828+G00934 | On time 22:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 11h08 | 9:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £166 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:07, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 406 km distance in 5h 54m.
Distance 406 km |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £166 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 54m |
First train 7:07 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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