How much does a bus ticket from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station cost?

The bus ticket price from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station starts at $23. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station?

The average travel time between Birmingham and Buchanan Bus Station is around , although the fastest bus will take about 4h 40m.This is the time it takes to travel the 407 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Birmingham and Buchanan Bus Station?

The number of buses from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station?

When taking the bus from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, Megabus UK, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station?

Buses travelling between Birmingham and Buchanan Bus Station leave from Coach Station or Birmingham Airport and arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Bus Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Glasgow on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:30am	Coach Station	11h 5m	6:35pm	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Cheapest
6:00pm	Brunel Street	6h 20m	12:20am	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
7:30am	Coach Station	11h 5m	6:35pm	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
1:40pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	9:10pm	Glasgow	No tags
1:00pm	Brunel Street	7h 20m	8:20pm	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Glasgow on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00am	Brunel Street	9h 35m	11:35am	Buchanan Bus Station	Cheapest
2:40pm	Birmingham	4h 40m	7:20pm	Glasgow	Fastest
7:45am	Coach Station	10h 40m	6:25pm	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	6:15am	Glasgow	No tags
2:00am	Brunel Street	6h 10m	8:10am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Glasgow on December 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00am	Brunel Street	9h 35m	11:35am	Buchanan Bus Station	Cheapest
1:00pm	Birmingham	5h 20m	6:20pm	Glasgow	Fastest
7:45am	Coach Station	10h 40m	6:25pm	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	6:15am	Glasgow	No tags
2:00am	Brunel Street	6h 10m	8:10am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Glasgow on December 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:00pm	Brunel Street	7h 20m	8:20pm	Buchanan Bus Station	Cheapest
12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	6:15am	Glasgow	Fastest
7:30am	Coach Station	11h 5m	6:35pm	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
1:40pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	9:10pm	Glasgow	No tags
2:00am	Brunel Street	6h 10m	8:10am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Glasgow on December 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:40pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	9:10pm	Glasgow	Cheapest
12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	6:15am	Glasgow	Fastest
7:30am	Coach Station	11h 5m	6:35pm	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
2:00am	Brunel Street	6h 10m	8:10am	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
7:30am	Coach Station	11h 5m	6:35pm	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Glasgow on December 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00am	Brunel Street	6h 10m	8:10am	Buchanan Bus Station	Cheapest
12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	6:15am	Glasgow	Fastest
7:30am	Coach Station	11h 5m	6:35pm	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
1:40pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	9:10pm	Glasgow	No tags
1:00pm	Brunel Street	7h 20m	8:20pm	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Glasgow on December 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00am	Brunel Street	6h 10m	8:10am	Buchanan Bus Station	Cheapest
12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	6:15am	Glasgow	Fastest
7:30am	Coach Station	11h 5m	6:35pm	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
1:40pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	9:10pm	Glasgow	No tags
1:00pm	Brunel Street	7h 20m	8:20pm	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Glasgow on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00am	Brunel Street	6h 10m	8:10am	Buchanan Bus Station	Cheapest
12:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	6:15am	Glasgow	Fastest
7:30am	Coach Station	11h 5m	6:35pm	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
1:40pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	9:10pm	Glasgow	No tags
1:00pm	Brunel Street	7h 20m	8:20pm	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:33 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Buchanan Bus Station. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

406 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $179	Average Duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$46 - $72	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stations and stops in Birmingham and Buchanan Bus Station?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Stops in Glasgow

A
Buchanan Bus Station
Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont St, Glasgow G2 3NW, UK
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Official partners

National Express

4/529,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

The bus service received positive feedback for comfortable seating, friendly drivers, and a smooth trip. However, some passengers found it irritating when others used devices at a high volume. Delays were attributed to road works and not the fault of the company.

National Express Birmingham Glasgow recent customer reviews

Driver was good. Delayed due to traffic which then had an impact on further travel on arriving at Glasgow

Peter S.

June 6, 2025

The service was very disappointing, very unhygienic, toilet are not cleaned and seats are very dirty and rest table was not cleaned as well and the bus was smelly

Harshdeep K.

January 5, 2025

Comfortable seating, friendly drivers and a smooth trip. . Was irritating that the people at the back of the bus used devices at a high volume.

Alison M.

October 5, 2023

Megabus UK

3.5/54,281 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Based on 4281 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $36

Megabus Birmingham Glasgow recent customer reviews

Bus was on time as booked. Professional drivers. Updates on the location of the bus ie announcement on bustops being approached and the one after.

Delisiwe M.

December 2, 2025

Pretty Good

Vincent O.

October 1, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,524 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Glasgow by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station cost?
The bus ticket price from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station starts at $23. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station?
The average travel time between Birmingham and Buchanan Bus Station is around , although the fastest bus will take about 4h 40m.This is the time it takes to travel the 407 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Birmingham and Buchanan Bus Station?
The number of buses from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station?
When taking the bus from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, Megabus UK, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Buchanan Bus Station?
Buses travelling between Birmingham and Buchanan Bus Station leave from Coach Station or Birmingham Airport and arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.