4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
406 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Glasgow will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 24 trains that leave Birmingham for Glasgow every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 406 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 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 11 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.
W340467:074h11Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£511One-way0 changes- W3428819:074h11Birmingham New Street (BHM)23:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£581One-way0 changes
- C013699:074h08Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:15Glasgow Central (GLC)£841One-way0 changes
- W3429215:074h18Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:25Glasgow Central (GLC)£841One-way0 changes
- W34213 · W342066:054h37Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:42Glasgow Central (GLC)£841One-way1 change
- W3428717:074h06Birmingham New Street (BHM)21:13Glasgow Central (GLC)£841One-way0 changes
- C013699:074h08Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:15Glasgow Central (GLC)£841One-way0 changes
- W3393511:074h10Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:17Glasgow Central (GLC)£1371One-way0 changes
- W340467:074h11Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£511One-way0 changes
- W3428819:074h11Birmingham New Street (BHM)23:18Glasgow Central (GLC)£581One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Birmingham to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. 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 £21, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 406 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£91 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Glasgow trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01372 | Delayed 12:21 13:07Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h14 | 17:21 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G00866+W34290+ W85196+ W00264 | On time 13:31 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 5h08 | 18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4 changes | |
| W34290+W85196 | On time 14:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h32 | 18:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| G00875+W34292+W00265 · P69437 | Delayed 14:19 14:31Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 4h54 | 19:25 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
| G01075 | On time 15:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 6h19 | 21:22 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34292 | On time 15:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h18 | 19:25 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01080 | On time 16:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 6h12 | 22:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34289+W85206 | On time 16:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h32 | 20:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| G00887+W34287+W00263 · L22879 | Delayed 16:19 16:31Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 4h42 | 21:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
| W34287 | On time 17:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h06 | 21:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00891+W34291 · C01320+P69393 | Delayed 17:19 17:31Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 5h42 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4 changes | |
| W34291 · C01320 | On time 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5h06 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| G00895+W34288+L22969 · W00271 | Delayed 18:19 18:31Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 4h47 | 23:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3 changes | |
| W34288 | On time 19:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h11 | 23:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 10 July | |||||
| W33871 · W34023 | 1:54 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 7h22 | 9:16 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W34213+W85165 | 6:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h30 | 10:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W34213+W85165 | 6:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h30 | 10:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W34213 · W34206 | 6:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h37 | 10:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W34046 | 7:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h11 | 11:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34046 · W34177 | 7:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h54 | 12:01 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W34144+W85170 | 8:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h33 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| C01369 | 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h08 | 13:15 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33941+W85179 | 10:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h32 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W33941+W85179 | 10:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h32 | 14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W33935 | 11:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h10 | 15:17 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85188+G66730 | 11:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5h09 | 16:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W34286+W85188 | 12:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h32 | 16:39 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Glasgow run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:47, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 406 km distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 406 km |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 1:47 |
Last train 20:03 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Cross Country from Birmingham to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Glasgow from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Birmingham to Glasgow: Journey Details
There are regular weekday trains from Birmingham to Glasgow with departures roughly every hour from the early morning to the early evening. Virgin Trains provide a direct service on the West Coast mainline taking around 4 hours to reach Glasgow while CrossCountry offers a direct route via the East Coast mainline and Edinburgh, taking around 6 hours. Sunday services are less frequent, with a later first departure.
Taking the Train from Birmingham
Birmingham New Street station is located in the centre of the city, close to the cathedral. Bus stops on nearby Hill Street and Smallbrook Queensway offer services throughout the city and a limited night bus service. Suburban trains are available from Moor Street and Snow Hill stations, both within a 5-minute walk from New Street. Taxi ranks are located on Navigation Street, by the Stephenson Street exit.
Getting into Glasgow by Train
Scotland's largest city, Glasgow is characterised by imposing Victorian architecture, a buzzing nightlife and a city centre undergoing considerable regeneration. The West End, with the Kelvingrove Museum and the shopping hub on Byers Road, is the city's bohemian enclave. Trains from Birmingham to Glasgow arrive at Central station in the heart of the city. Low-level trains serve the centre and suburban destinations. There are bus stops nearby on Union Street and Hope Street for connections throughout the city while a station loop bus service connects Central with Queen Street station and Buchanan bus station. The nearest Glasgow Subway stop is St. Enoch, a 3-minute walk from the station. There is a taxi rank on Gordon Street, opposite the station entrance.
FAQs: Birmingham to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Glasgow 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Glasgow
Most Birmingham to Glasgow trains use the Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Glasgow 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 Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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.
Getting to Charing Cross (Glasgow) from Glasgow city centre
Charing Cross (Glasgow) train station facilities and services
Charing Cross (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 Charing Cross (Glasgow).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charing Cross (Glasgow). 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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