Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Showing times and prices for Jun 18

Cheapest price

$63

Average price

$123

Fastest journey

4 h 10 m

Average duration

4 h 42 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

406 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Glasgow Central (GLC) on Wed, Jun 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 406 km distance in an average of 4 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .

On Wed, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 3 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
01:07PM4h53
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
06:00PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$631One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
09:07AM4h55
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
02:02PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$631One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
11:03AM6h26
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
05:29PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$1451One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
04:03PM6h10
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
10:13PMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$1591One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
06:05AM4h30
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
10:35AMGlasgow Central (GLC)
$1841One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m.

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€101

Average price

€28

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Cheapest

€94

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5h 27m

Average duration

4h 57m

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7h 23m

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6h 53m

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4h 5m

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1h 5m

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Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) 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 $22 (€18)
Distance
252 miles (406 km)
Average train duration
4h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
$34 (€28)
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
4h 5m
First train
05:30
Last train
19:07
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 $22 (€18)

Train providers: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) trains

Buy your official Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express train tickets from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) from $31 (€26) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

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 company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. 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.

Virgin Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train information:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 5 min
  • Cheapest Price: $31
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 9 a day

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC).
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Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Central (GLC)

Birmingham
Glasgow
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your trip from Birmingham to Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
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Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • All Bar One
  • Leon
  • Caffè Nero
  • Five Guys
  • Krispy Kreme
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Wasabi
  • Starbucks
  • Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
  • Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
  • Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
  • Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
  • Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
  • Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
  • Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
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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