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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Cheapest

£45

Average

£100

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.

Cheapest

C22062

09:074h55

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

14:02Glasgow Central (GLC)

£451One-way

1 change

C79935

10:015h16

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

15:17Glasgow Central (GLC)

£1051One-way

1 change

C22067

08:074h32

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

12:39Glasgow Central (GLC)

£1241One-way

1 change

C32335

10:074h32

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

14:39Glasgow Central (GLC)

£1241One-way

1 change

Birmingham to Glasgow train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 December

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
C22067 Avanti West Coast \| C22067	08:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)	4h32	12:39 Glasgow Central (GLC)	1 change
C22062 Avanti West Coast \| C22062	09:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)	4h55	14:02 Glasgow Central (GLC)	1 change
C79935 Cross Country \| C79935	10:01 Birmingham New Street (BHM)	5h16	15:17 Glasgow Central (GLC)	1 change
C32335 Avanti West Coast \| C32335	10:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)	4h32	14:39 Glasgow Central (GLC)	1 change
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Birmingham to Glasgow?

The best time to book your train from Birmingham to Glasgow is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Birmingham to Glasgow route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Birmingham to Glasgow per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Birmingham to Glasgow.

Trains

from £56

Coaches

from £20

Flights

from £40

Train times from Birmingham to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Fastest Journey

4 h 32 m

Average

4 h 48 m

Trains per day

Distance

406 km

To travel from Birmingham to Glasgow you need to make at least one change.

Fastest

C22067

08:074h32

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

12:39Glasgow Central (GLC)

£1241One-way

1 change

Fastest

C32335

10:074h32

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

14:39Glasgow Central (GLC)

£1241One-way

1 change

C22062

09:074h55

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

14:02Glasgow Central (GLC)

£451One-way

1 change

C79935

10:015h16

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

15:17Glasgow Central (GLC)

£1051One-way

1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Glasgow

Trains from Birmingham to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £12 by bus.

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

Coach from £12

Distance

406 km

Average train duration

5h 2m

Cheapest ticket price

£44

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

4h 10m

First train

01:21

Last train

19:34

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £12

Train providers: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry trains Birmingham to Glasgow

For as little as £43 you can travel by train from Birmingham to Glasgow with Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Birmingham to Glasgow train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: £43
Virgin Trains frequency: 9 a day

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

TransPennine Express from Birmingham to Glasgow train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: £121

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Birmingham to Glasgow. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from Birmingham to Glasgow with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 6 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: £142
CrossCountry frequency: 1 a day

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

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Glasgow.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Glasgow can start from as little as £44 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Glasgow is £81; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Birmingham to Glasgow train time is 4 h 10 min covering the 252 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham to Glasgow leaves at 01: 21. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham to Glasgow leaves at 19: 34.

There are 5 trains a day from Birmingham to Glasgow which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the journey from Birmingham to Glasgow you can take a train with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Glasgow from Birmingham on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 34.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Birmingham New Street, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Glasgow Central, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Glasgow from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Birmingham to Glasgow by train is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Birmingham and Glasgow including taking a coach, train or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Glasgow

Birmingham

Glasgow

The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham International for your trip from Birmingham to Glasgow.

Birmingham International Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00

Public transport options for Birmingham International

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.

Birmingham New Street Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
Sun: 07:30 - 23:00

Public transport options for Birmingham New Street

Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.