4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Birmingham
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€113
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
47
Distance
406 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham will cost around €113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
Of the 47 trains that leave Glasgow for Birmingham on Thu, Jul 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 406 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 4 h 26 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.
W34259 · W338616:40 PM4h27Glasgow Central (GLC)11:07 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€521One-way1 transfer- W339993:57 PM4h09Glasgow Central (GLC)8:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€571One-way0 transfers
- W34181 · W342656:29 AM4h38Glasgow Central (GLC)11:07 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€571One-way1 transfer
- W34259 · W33861+
L05059 · Y810586:40 PM5h10Glasgow Central (GLC)11:50 PMBirmingham Snow Hill (BSW)€571One-way3 transfers - W34181 · W342656:29 AM4h38Glasgow Central (GLC)11:07 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€611One-way1 transfer
- W339038:00 AM4h06Glasgow Central (GLC)12:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€651One-way0 transfers
- W339993:57 PM4h09Glasgow Central (GLC)8:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€571One-way0 transfers
- W3416011:56 AM4h10Glasgow Central (GLC)4:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€941One-way0 transfers
- C013629:40 AM4h26Glasgow Central (GLC)2:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€651One-way0 transfers
- W34063 · W3412412:40 PM4h26Glasgow Central (GLC)5:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€1531One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Glasgow to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €40.
Distance: 406 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€108 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €113 Average price |
6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m 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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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Birmingham trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34039 · W33933 | On time 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h28 | 1:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34039 · W33933+W88135 · Y80968 | On time 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h53 | 1:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 3 transfers | |
 L88720+W34160 | On time 8:55 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h11 | 4:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W33970 · C01362 | On time 9:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h30 | 2:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C01362 | On time 9:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h26 | 2:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01362+Y80973 · W88139 | On time 9:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h51 | 2:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
L87861+ G01153 | On time 9:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h19 | 4:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L87861+ G80055+W29935 | On time 9:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h43 | 3:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W33973 · W34060 | On time 10:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h28 | 3:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W33973 · W34060+W88144 · Y80978 | On time 10:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h53 | 3:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 3 transfers | |
 W84908+W34160 | On time 11:10 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h56 | 4:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W84908+W34160+Y80984 · W88147 | On time 11:10 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h21 | 4:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 3 transfers | |
| L87904+C02007+W29937 | On time 11:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h12 | 5:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W34172 · W34160 | On time 11:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h30 | 4:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34160+Y80984 · W88147 | On time 11:56 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h35 | 4:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
| W34160 | 11:56 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h10 | 4:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34063 · W34124 | On time 12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h26 | 5:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34063 · W34124+Y80988 · W88152 | On time 12:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h51 | 5:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 3 transfers | |
| W33889 · C01365 | On time 1:33 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h33 | 6:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C01365 | On time 1:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h28 | 6:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01365+Y80993 · W88017 | On time 1:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h53 | 6:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
| C14666+W33999 | On time 1:42 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h24 | 8:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34050 · W00587 | On time 2:34 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h33 | 7:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34050 · W00587+Y80998 · W88044 | On time 2:34 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h57 | 7:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 3 transfers | |
| W84922+W33999 | On time 3:08 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h58 | 8:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34020 · W33999 | On time 3:38 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h28 | 8:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W33999+Y81040 · Y81004 | On time 3:57 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h34 | 8:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
| W33999 | On time 3:57 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h09 | 8:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84890+W34268 | On time 4:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h55 | 9:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W84890+W34268+Y81008 · Y81047 | 4:11 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h20 | 9:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 3 transfers | |
| W34200 · W34268 | On time 4:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h26 | 9:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34200 · W34268+Y81047 · Y81008 | 4:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h51 | 9:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 3 transfers | |
| W34195 · W34219 | On time 5:30 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h36 | 10:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34259 · W33861 | On time 6:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h27 | 11:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34259 · W33861+Y81058 · L05059 | On time 6:40 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h10 | 11:50 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 3 transfers | |
| W34181 · W34265 | 6:29 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h38 | 11:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34181 · W34265+Y80958 · W88127 | 6:29 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h02 | 11:31 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 3 transfers | |
| W34181 · W34265 | 6:29 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h38 | 11:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W33903+C16932 · W88131 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h31 | 12:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
| W33903 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h06 | 12:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33903+Y80963 · W88131 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h31 | 12:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Glasgow to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Birmingham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
There are 3 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 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 1:47 AM |
Last train 8:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Cross Country from Glasgow to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Glasgow and Birmingham from €23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Birmingham
Most Glasgow to Birmingham trains use the Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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 Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, 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 Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
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.
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