Bus from Glasgow to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 10 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Glasgow
Great Charles Street QueenswayCheapest
FlixbusBus
Glasgow
Great Charles Street QueenswayFastest
National ExpressBus
    		Buchanan Bus Station
    		Coach StationNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Newhouse Hotel Stop
    		Great Charles Street QueenswayNo tags
    MegabusBus
      		Buchanan Bus Station
      		Brunel StreetNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 14:15 GMT.

      Compare 3 ways to travel from Glasgow to Birmingham

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      5h 30mAverage duration
      252 milesDistance
      17kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£13 - £110Average duration9h
      10kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£26 - £282Average duration4h 27m
      10kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£29 - £46Average duration5h 30m
      17kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Glasgow to Birmingham

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham start from £13. The average price for this route is around £28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Glasgow to Birmingham?

        The average bus journey time from Glasgow to Birmingham is 9h, covering a distance of 253 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Glasgow to Birmingham route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Glasgow to Birmingham?

        The earliest bus departs from Glasgow to Birmingham at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Glasgow to Birmingham?

        A bus journey from Glasgow to Birmingham produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. Which is the best bus company from Glasgow to Birmingham?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.

      7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Birmingham?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Glasgow to Birmingham?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Glasgow to Birmingham?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      07/12
      £34
      08/12
      £28
      Today
      £25
      10/12
      £23
      11/12
      £25
      12/12
      £30
      13/12
      £26
      14/12
      £22
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glasgow to Birmingham was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £22

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from £22 to £48 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-14.

      Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Glasgow to Birmingham?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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