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Glasgow to Birmingham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Glasgow to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €43.85, with average prices for this route around €27.60.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Mon, Sep 8
    From €109.03
  • Tue, Sep 9
    From €48.46
  • Wed, Sep 10
    From €48.46
  • Thu, Sep 11
    From €43.85
  • Fri, Sep 12
    From €56.54
  • Sat, Sep 13
    From €48.46
  • Sun, Sep 14
    From €48.46
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14:34
4h 33m, Changes required
Glasgow Central
19:07
Birmingham New Street
Avanti West Coast
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15:57
4h 9m, Direct
Glasgow Central
20:06
Birmingham New Street
Avanti West Coast
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16:40
4h 26m, Changes required
Glasgow Central
21:06
Birmingham New Street
Avanti West Coast
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17:30
4h 36m, Changes required
Glasgow Central
22:06
Birmingham New Street
Avanti West Coast
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18:40
4h 27m, Changes required
Glasgow Central
23:07
Birmingham New Street
Avanti West Coast
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20:06
10h 44m, Changes required
Glasgow Central
06:50
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Glasgow to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:28
Last train
Last train
20:06
Departure station
Departure station
Glasgow
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
4h 6m
Distance
Distance
253 miles
Price
Price
€43.85*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Glasgow to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Glasgow to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Glasgow to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Glasgow to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Glasgow to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.