The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
5 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
406 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) without transferring at least once.
W69019+
G0116111:37 AM6h30Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)6:07 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$901One-way1 transfer
L87890+
G80061 · C01918+
G0118610:45 AM5h43Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)4:28 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$901One-way3 transfers
L87757+
W298686:00 AM6h04Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:04 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$901One-way1 transfer
L87757+
G08175+
G011806:00 AM5h27Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:27 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$1441One-way2 transfers
C14763+
G80080+
G668241:45 PM5h46Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)7:31 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$1441One-way2 transfers
C14763+
W005871:45 PM5h22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)7:07 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$1871One-way1 transfer
L87757+
G08175+
G011806:00 AM5h27Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:27 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$1441One-way2 transfers
L87890+
G80061 · C01918+
G0118610:45 AM5h43Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)4:28 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$901One-way3 transfers
L87861+
G80055+
W299359:45 AM5h43Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)3:28 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$1571One-way2 transfers
C14763+
G80080+
G668241:45 PM5h46Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)7:31 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$1441One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 252 miles (406 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $169 Average price | $161 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A bus is $60 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average $97 (€78).
A bus is $132 (€107) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average $169 (€137).
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 9m.
Bus takes on average 7h 23m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87757+ G08175+ G01180 | 6:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h27 | 11:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
L87757+ W29868 | 6:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h04 | 12:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L87861+ G80055+ W29935 | 9:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h43 | 3:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
L87890+ G80061 · C01918+ G01186 | 10:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h43 | 4:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
W69019+ G01161 | 11:37 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h30 | 6:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C15060+ W00587 | 12:42 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h25 | 7:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C14763+ G80080+ G66824 | 1:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 7:31 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C14763+ W00587 | 1:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h22 | 7:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W68982+ W34268 | 2:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h28 | 9:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W68982+ C02066+ W84727+ G00914 | 2:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h48 | 9:26 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
L87969+ C02070 · L01640+ P24545 | 2:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h22 | 9:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4 transfers | |
L87977+ W34268 | 3:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h51 | 9:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W68997+ W33861 | 3:39 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 7h28 | 11:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 15:45. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (406 km) distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 252 miles (406 km) |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 3:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
Avanti West Coast
Caledonian Sleeper
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse.
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- 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
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- 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
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- 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
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- 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
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- 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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