4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Glastonbury
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Glastonbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Glastonbury will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Glastonbury on Wed, Jul 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 01 the direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
On Wed, Jul 01 the slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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.
10:12 AM2h23Birmingham12:35 PMGlastonbury$1271One-way0 transfers
- 10:12 AM2h23Birmingham12:35 PMGlastonbury$1271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Glastonbury
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Glastonbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Glastonbury:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Glastonbury costing on average $68 (€56).
Other travel options to Glastonbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 54m.
You'll arrive about 30m sooner (1h 59m by train vs 2h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $68 (€56) compared to roughly $53 (€44) 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 to Glastonbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Glastonbury trains for today, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G15164 · G14979+G01135 | Delayed 9:48 AM 9:12 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h02 | 12:14 PM Castle Cary station (CLC) | 2 transfers | |
| G01135+G15186 | On time 9:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h23 | 11:35 AM Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) | 1 transfer | |
| G01140+G15187 | On time 10:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h23 | 12:35 PM Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) | 1 transfer | |
| G01140+G15448 | On time 10:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h05 | 1:17 PM Castle Cary station (CLC) | 1 transfer | |
| W29862+G15188 | On time 11:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h23 | 1:35 PM Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) | 1 transfer | |
| G15165 · G14984+W29862 | Delayed 11:44 AM 11:12 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h02 | 2:14 PM Castle Cary station (CLC) | 2 transfers | |
| W29868+Y41669 | On time 12:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h25 | 2:37 PM Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) | 1 transfer | |
| W29868+G15449 | On time 12:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h05 | 3:17 PM Castle Cary station (CLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G15168 · W34817+W29873 | Delayed 1:48 PM 1:12 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h59 | 4:11 PM Castle Cary station (CLC) | 2 transfers | |
| W29873+G15189 | On time 1:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h23 | 3:35 PM Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) | 1 transfer | |
| G01148+G15450 | On time 2:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h05 | 5:17 PM Castle Cary station (CLC) | 1 transfer | |
| G01148+Y41675 | On time 2:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h24 | 4:36 PM Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) | 1 transfer | |
| W29884+G15190 | On time 3:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h28 | 5:40 PM Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) | 1 transfer | |
| W29884+G15232 · W34827 | On time 3:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h02 | 6:14 PM Castle Cary station (CLC) | 2 transfers | |
| G01153+G15191 | On time 4:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h26 | 6:38 PM Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) | 1 transfer | |
| G01154+Y41684 | On time 5:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 7:43 PM Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Glastonbury
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Trains from Birmingham to Glastonbury run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Glastonbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Glastonbury 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 Glastonbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Glastonbury
Most Birmingham to Glastonbury trains use the Birmingham New Street to Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Glastonbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Small Heath from Birmingham city centre
Small Heath is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Small Heath train station facilities and services
Small Heath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Small Heath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Small Heath. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Small Heath: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Small Heath: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Small Heath: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: 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.
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