Busbud recommends carpooling from Glasgow to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
1carpool per day
5h 10mAverage Duration
$35Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions
Train Glasgow to Birmingham: Trip Overview
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Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at $35
Avanti West Coast Glasgow Birmingham recent customer reviews
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $78
Busbud shows you the best train ticket fares and train schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by train from Glasgow to Birmingham.
We make sure you can find a train service from Glasgow to Birmingham from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.
Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Birmingham from Glasgow, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
Frequently asked questions for your trip Glasgow - Birmingham
How much does a train ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham cost?
The average train ticket price from Glasgow to Birmingham is $176. The best way to find train tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham 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 train trip from Glasgow to Birmingham?
A train trip between Glasgow and Birmingham is around 4h 27m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 253 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Glasgow and Birmingham?
The number of trains from Glasgow to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Glasgow to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Glasgow to Birmingham?
When taking the train from Glasgow to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry.
What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?
Once in Birmingham, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Spa, The National Sea Life, Twycross Zoo, City Canal Tour, Gas Street Basin.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
09/25
$175
09/26
$176
Today
$176
09/28
$109
09/29
$61
09/30
$55
10/01
$55
10/02
$61
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Birmingham was searched and found on Sep 30, 2025 with a price of $55
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $55 to $351 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-09-30.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Glasgow and Birmingham is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Birmingham.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Birmingham you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Glasgow and Birmingham, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Glasgow to Birmingham.
Did you know?
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
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Busbud recommends carpooling from Glasgow to Birmingham
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Birmingham was searched and found on Sep 30, 2025 with a price of $55
