Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport train

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West Midlands Trains
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport

Showing times and prices for 17 Mar

Cheapest price

£38

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

4 h 55 m

Average duration

5 h 15 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

418 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.

Fast trains

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

ScotRailW74088+Avanti West CoastC01381
09:025h24
Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
14:26Birmingham International (BHI)
£381One-way
1 change
ScotRailW74545+Avanti West CoastC01381
08:425h44
Paisley St James (PYJ)
14:26Birmingham International (BHI)
£381One-way
1 change
ScotRailW74584+Avanti West CoastW02487 · L02363
13:405h51
Paisley St James (PYJ)
19:31Birmingham International (BHI)
£391One-way
2 changes
ScotRailW74104+Avanti West CoastC01382
13:015h25
Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
18:26Birmingham International (BHI)
£411One-way
1 change
ScotRailW74576+Avanti West CoastC01382
12:405h46
Paisley St James (PYJ)
18:26Birmingham International (BHI)
£411One-way
1 change

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £59.

Distance: 418 km

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Coach

£61

Average Price

£49

Average Price

£36

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Cheapest

6h 8m

Average total duration

5h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

10h 38m

Average total duration

10h 8m

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30m

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Live departures

Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday 16 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 22:37
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
scotrailY38991+avanti_west_coastL02258 · W02947
On time
08:06 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
5h20
13:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
2 changes
scotrailW74545+avanti_west_coastC01381
On time
08:42 Paisley St James (PYJ)
5h44
14:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
scotrailW74088+avanti_west_coastC01381
On time
09:02 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
5h24
14:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
scotrailW74553+avanti_west_coastL02262 · W01974
On time
09:40 Paisley St James (PYJ)
5h46
15:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
2 changes
scotrailY38633+avanti_west_coastL02262 · W01974
On time
10:05 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
5h21
15:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
2 changes
scotrailW74565+avanti_west_coastL02360
On time
11:10 Paisley St James (PYJ)
5h16
16:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
scotrailY40588+avanti_west_coastL02360
On time
11:31 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
4h55
16:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
scotrailW74570+avanti_west_coastL02263 · W02942
On time
11:40 Paisley St James (PYJ)
5h46
17:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
2 changes
scotrailW74100+avanti_west_coastL02263 · W02942
On time
12:00 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
5h26
17:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
2 changes
scotrailW74576+avanti_west_coastC01382
On time
12:40 Paisley St James (PYJ)
5h46
18:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
scotrailW74104+avanti_west_coastC01382
On time
13:01 Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)
5h25
18:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
scotrailW74584+avanti_west_coastW02487 · L02363
On time
13:40 Paisley St James (PYJ)
5h51
19:31 Birmingham International (BHI)
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport

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Trains from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 08:42, the last at 13:40. The fastest train covers the 418 km distance in 5h 16m.

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 £24
Distance
418 km
Average train duration
5h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£59
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
5h 16m
First train
08:42
Last train
13:40
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 £24

FAQs: Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham 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 Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £59, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The train journey from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport covers a distance of 418 km and takes approximately 5h 16m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport is 418 km.
The first train from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport leaves at 8:42.
The last train from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport departs at 13:40.
Trains from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport run approximately 12 times per day.
To get from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport is by flight, costing approximately £24.
Booking trains from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham 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 Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport offers varied scenery, including glimpses of the Scottish countryside, rolling hills, and urban landscapes. While not renowned for dramatic views, it provides a pleasant and diverse visual experience.
A day trip from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 16m. However, there are 12 trips available per day by train.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Glasgow International Airport to Birmingham International Airport.

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