Glasgow to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for Jul 19

Cheapest price

$58

Average price

$66

Fastest journey

6 h 5 m

Average duration

7 h 39 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

406 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.

Fast buses

Of the 6 buses that leave Glasgow for Birmingham on Sat, Jul 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 19 the direct buses cover the 406 km distance in an average of 7 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .

On Sat, Jul 19 the slowest buses will take 9 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National ExpressNX590
08:40AM7h30
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
04:10PMBirmingham, Coach Station
$581One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX183
07:30AM9h45
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
05:15PMBirmingham, Coach Station
$591One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX183
10:30AM10h45
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
09:15PMBirmingham, Coach Station
$591One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX181
11:00PM7h25
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
06:25AMBirmingham, Coach Station
$611One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
10:40PM6h05
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
04:45AMBirmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway
$761One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Glasgow to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €52.

Distance: 252 miles (406 km)

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Flight

€42

Average price

Cheapest

€135

Average price

€127

Average price

7h 38m

Average total duration

7h 8m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 34m

Average total duration

5h 4m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

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3h 0m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.2 - 2.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Glasgow to Birmingham Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:20AM
Arrival Time
05:15PM
Duration
9h55
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
05:15PM
Duration
9h45
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:40AM
Arrival Time
04:10PM
Duration
7h30
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$56
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:20AM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
7h30
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
09:15PM
Duration
10h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55PM
Arrival Time
06:45AM
Duration
10h50
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:40PM
Arrival Time
04:45AM
Duration
6h05
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
06:25AM
Duration
7h25
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$58

Live departures

Glasgow to Birmingham bus times

Showing buses for today, Friday, July 18
Last updated at 5:55 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:40 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
6h05
3:45 AM Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX181
On time
10:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
7h25
5:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
Saturday, July 19
national_expressNX183
Delayed
9:30 AM 6:30 AMGlasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
9h45
4:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX590
On time
7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
7h30
3:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:20 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
7h30
4:50 PM Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX183
On time
9:30 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
10h45
8:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Birmingham

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Buses from Glasgow to Birmingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
252 miles (406 km)
Average bus duration
7h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
$25 (€20)
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
6h 5m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from Glasgow to Birmingham

You can travel by bus from Glasgow to Birmingham with National Express, Megabus and FlixBus for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Glasgow - Birmingham bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Glasgow to Birmingham bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 7 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: $23

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Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Birmingham

Glasgow
Birmingham
The major bus station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station for your trip from Glasgow to Birmingham.
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ParkingParking
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TaxisTaxis
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WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Killermont Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
  • Coffee Express (in the station)
  • Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
  • Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
The major bus station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham, Coach Station for your trip to Birmingham from Glasgow.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Mill Lane
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham, Coach Station
  • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
Birmingham, Brunel Street
Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway
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