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Port Glasgow to Birmingham train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Port Glasgow to Birmingham, starting from €30.75 and averaging €30.75. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 55m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
23:41 9h 25m, No direct Port Glasgow	09:06 +1 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
23:41 10h 25m, No direct Port Glasgow	10:06 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Port Glasgow to Birmingham train route details

First train

05:36

Last train

23:41

Departure station

Port Glasgow

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

4h 55m

Distance

425 km

Price

€30.75*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Port Glasgow to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Port Glasgow to Birmingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Port Glasgow to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Port Glasgow to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Port Glasgow to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Port Glasgow to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Port Glasgow to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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