The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Cheapest price
€57
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
418 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham International Airport for Glasgow International Airport on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 418 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 27 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.
8:37 AM5h27Birmingham International Airport2:04 PMGlasgow International Airport€571One-way0 transfers
8:37 AM5h27Birmingham International Airport2:04 PMGlasgow International Airport€571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight, bus, and train for Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a train costs an average of €57.
Distance: 259 miles (418 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€83 Average price | €68 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest | €105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport:
A bus is €24 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport costing on average €68.
A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport costing on average €83.
Other travel options to Glasgow International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 0m.
Bus takes on average 8h 15m.
Tickets start at around €83 compared to roughly €105 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €22. The journey takes 6h 0m versus 5h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:37 AM Birmingham International Airport | 5h27 | 2:04 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €57 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:37, the last at 17:46. The fastest train covers the 259 miles (418 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 259 miles (418 km) |
Average train duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 7:37 AM |
Last train 5:46 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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