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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$80
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$84
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 54 m
Trains on Sep 19
3
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 $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 3 trains from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 418 km distance in an average of 6 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 38 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 9 h 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.
1:51 PM6h04Birmingham International Airport7:55 PMGlasgow International Airport$801One-way0 transfers- 10:26 AM5h38Birmingham International Airport4:04 PMGlasgow International Airport$831One-way0 transfers
- 7:38 AM9h00Birmingham International Airport4:38 PMGlasgow International Airport$881One-way0 transfers
- 10:26 AM5h38Birmingham International Airport4:04 PMGlasgow International Airport$831One-way0 transfers
- 1:51 PM6h04Birmingham International Airport7:55 PMGlasgow International Airport$801One-way0 transfers
- 7:38 AM9h00Birmingham International Airport4:38 PMGlasgow International Airport$881One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight, bus, and train for Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train 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 an average ticket price of $54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, while a train costs an average of $134.
Distance: 259 miles (418 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$134 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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 $36 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport costing on average $90.
A bus is $80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport costing on average $134.
Other travel options to Glasgow International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 48m.
Bus takes on average 9h 25m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (4h 48m by train vs 5h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $134 compared to roughly $129 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 7:38 AM Birmingham International Airport | 9h00 | 4:38 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:26 AM Birmingham International Airport | 5h38 | 4:04 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:51 PM Birmingham International Airport | 6h04 | 7:55 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 but you can travel from only $35 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 07:37. The fastest train covers the 259 miles (418 km) distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 259 miles (418 km) |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 7:37 AM |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Birmingham International Airport to Glasgow International Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Glasgow International Airport from $35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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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