Birmingham International (BHI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Showing times and prices for Jul 15

Cheapest price

$64

Average price

$64

Fastest journey

4 h 31 m

Average duration

4 h 31 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

413 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International (BHI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham International (BHI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham International (BHI) for Glasgow Central (GLC) on Tue, Jul 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 413 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 31 m .

On Tue, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 31 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.

Avanti West Coast
10:46AM4h31
Birmingham International (BHI)
03:17PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$641One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Birmingham International (BHI) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

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Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $23 (€19)
Distance
256 miles (413 km)
Average train duration
5h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
$57 (€46)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
4h 31m
First train
04:34
Last train
18:17
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $23 (€19)

Train providers: Virgin Trains and CrossCountry from Birmingham International (BHI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains

Buy your official Virgin Trains and CrossCountry train tickets from Birmingham International (BHI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) from $56 (€45) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Birmingham International (BHI) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train information with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 34 min
  • Cheapest Price: $56
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

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Popular train stations from Birmingham International (BHI) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

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The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham International for your trip from Birmingham to Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
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Distance to city center
12 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Birmingham International
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
The major train station for arrivals in Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your journey to Glasgow from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
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LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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LoungeLounge
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Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Krispy Kreme
  • Gordon St Coffee
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • The Beer House
  • Patisserie Valerie
  • Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Indigo Glasgow
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
  • voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transit options for Glasgow Central
  • Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
  • Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.

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