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Glasgow to Birmingham train prices and times

Looking to travel from Glasgow to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £22.80, with average prices for this route around £23.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Tue, Jun 24
From £48.50
Wed, Jun 25
From £38.00
Thu, Jun 26
From £22.80
Fri, Jun 27
From £33.00
Sat, Jun 28
From £42.00
Sun, Jun 29
From £32.30
Mon, Jun 30
From £24.00

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:28 Glasgow Central	09:06 Birmingham New Street	4h 38m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:48 Glasgow Central	10:06 Birmingham New Street	4h 18m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:29 Glasgow Central	11:07 Birmingham New Street	4h 38m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:48 Glasgow Central	13:06 Birmingham New Street	6h 18m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:48 Glasgow Central	14:04 Birmingham New Street	6h 16m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:00 Glasgow Central	12:06 Paris	4h 6m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Glasgow to Birmingham train route details

First train

04:28

Last train

20:06

Departure station

Glasgow

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

4h 6m

Distance

407 km

Price

£22.80*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Glasgow to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Glasgow to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Glasgow to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Glasgow to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Glasgow to Birmingham train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Glasgow to Birmingham with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Glasgow to Birmingham train prices and times

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