Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$114

Average price

$114

Fastest journey

4 h 38 m

Average duration

4 h 38 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

406 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) on Sun, Jul 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 406 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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
09:07AM4h38
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
01:45PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
$1141One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €57.

Distance: 252 miles (406 km)

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€91

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€85

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4h 55m

Average total duration

4h 25m

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1h 15m

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7h 53m

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7h 23m

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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) by train, bus, or flight

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) 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
252 miles (406 km)
Average train duration
4h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
$71 (€57)
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
4h 29m
First train
06:07
Last train
13:07
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 $23 (€19)

Train companies: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains

Find the best trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) with Omio's travel partners Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry from $62 (€50). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best 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.

Train information from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 31 min
  • Cheapest Price: $62
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 9 a day

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ).
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Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

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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
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.

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