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What is the best way to travel from Glasgow to Birmingham?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 5m
£20
£26
10
Train
4h 6m
£35
£68
23
Flight
1h 5m
£19
£49
13

What is the cheapest way to reach Birmingham from Glasgow?

You can reach Birmingham with just £19 by taking a Flight from EasyJet Airline, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £24
Sunday
from £31
Monday
from £24
Tuesday
from £20
Wednesday
from £20
Thursday
from £20
Friday
from £19

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:20
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    17:50
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    22:40
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    04:45
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    10h 45m
    0
    10:30
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    21:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 32m
    0
    14:34
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    19:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £37
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 24m
    0
    13:42
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    18:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £38
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 6m
    0
    08:00
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    12:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £45
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    10:25
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    11:30
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £40
  • Ryanair
    5h 40m
    0
    15:25
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    21:05
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £49
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 5m
    0
    21:10
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    08:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £50

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    10h 45m
    0
    10:30
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    21:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    19:55
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 18m
    0
    18:34
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    22:52
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £35
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 44m
    0
    17:34
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    22:18
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £38
  • ScotRail
    6h 8m
    0
    16:00
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    22:08
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £101
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 10m
    0
    08:00
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    09:10
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham International Rail Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £46
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 10m
    0
    19:10
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    20:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham International Rail Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £81

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    22:40
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    04:45
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    10h 55m
    0
    10:30
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    21:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    10h 55m
    0
    10:30
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    21:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    19:55
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 10m
    0
    07:00
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    08:10
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham International Rail Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £28
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 10m
    0
    18:20
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    19:30
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham International Rail Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £28

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    19:55
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:20
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    17:50
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    10h 55m
    0
    10:30
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    21:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    19:55
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    10:00
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    11:05
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £19
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 10m
    0
    19:05
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    20:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £24
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 10m
    0
    19:05
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    20:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham International Rail Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £28
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    10h 55m
    0
    10:30
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    21:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    19:55
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 38m
    0
    04:28
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    09:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £44
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 18m
    0
    05:48
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    10:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £44
  • ScotRail
    6h 51m
    0
    10:15
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    17:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £62

What are the fastest trips from Glasgow to Birmingham?

You can get to Birmingham from Glasgow in just 1h 5m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 1h 5m
Sunday
from 1h 10m
Monday
from 6h 5m
Tuesday
from 1h 10m
Wednesday
from 6h 5m
Thursday
from 6h 5m
Friday
from 1h 5m

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    10:25
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    11:30
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £40
  • Ryanair
    3h 40m
    0
    15:25
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    19:05
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £69
  • Ryanair
    5h 40m
    0
    15:25
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    21:05
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £49
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 6m
    0
    08:00
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    12:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £45
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 24m
    0
    13:42
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    18:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £38
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 32m
    0
    14:34
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    19:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £37
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    22:40
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    04:45
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:20
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    17:50
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 10m
    0
    08:00
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    09:10
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham International Rail Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £46
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 10m
    0
    19:10
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    20:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham International Rail Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £81
  • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 18m
    0
    18:34
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    22:52
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £35
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 44m
    0
    17:34
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    22:18
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £38
  • ScotRail
    6h 8m
    0
    16:00
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    22:08
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £101
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    22:40
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    04:45
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:20
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    17:50
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    22:40
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    04:45
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:20
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    17:50
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 10m
    0
    07:00
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    08:10
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham International Rail Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £28
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 10m
    0
    18:20
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    19:30
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham International Rail Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £28
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    22:40
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    04:45
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:20
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    17:50
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    22:40
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    04:45
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:20
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    17:50
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    22:40
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    04:45
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:20
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    17:50
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    10:00
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    11:05
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £19
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 5m
    0
    10:00
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    11:05
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham International Rail Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £30
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 10m
    0
    19:05
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    20:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £24
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 18m
    0
    05:48
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    10:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £44
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 38m
    0
    04:28
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    09:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £44
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 59m
    0
    17:07
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    22:06
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £128
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    22:40
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    04:45
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    06:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    10:20
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    17:50
    Birmingham
    Aston University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Glasgow to Birmingham

What are the most popular stations in Glasgow and Birmingham?

In Glasgow, you will usually depart from Buchanan Bus Station, Waterloo St Coach Stop or Central Station, while in Birmingham you will be arriving at Moor Street, Coach Station or Bearwood, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Birmingham from Glasgow? With 9 connections between 5 Carpool, Flight, Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Glasgow and Birmingham, you can pay as low as £19 with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Birmingham in just 1h 5m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Glasgow and Birmingham are National Express, FlixBus and EasyJet Airline, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Glasgow and Birmingham is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bishopbriggs or to Erdington, and look at flights from Glasgow Airport, and landing at Birmingham Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Glasgow to Birmingham?

The most popular companies between Glasgow and Birmingham, are National Express, FlixBus and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry and 1 more.

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Ryanair and KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines

All you need to know when you travel from Glasgow to Birmingham

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Glasgow to Birmingham. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Glasgow to Birmingham

How can I reach Birmingham from Glasgow?

Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Carpool, Flight, Bus and Train, with which you can get to Birmingham from Glasgow.

How far is Birmingham from Glasgow?

The distance between Glasgow and Birmingham is 405.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Glasgow and Birmingham?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 69 kgs, and a flight 100 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Glasgow to Birmingham?

You can get to Birmingham with just £19 by taking a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Birmingham?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Birmingham in just 1h 5m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Glasgow and to Birmingham

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Glasgow and to Birmingham. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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