There are up to 18 trains from Glasgow to Birmingham.
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*All information is based on a Monday timetable.
Journey information from Glasgow to Birmingham
How much is a train ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham?
Trains from Glasgow to Birmingham start at £22 one-way when you book in advance . Plan your journey online to see the cheapest train tickets to Birmingham for your chosen travel times.
How long does it take to travel from Glasgow to Birmingham by train?
The average journey time from Glasgow to Birmingham is 5 hours 22 minutes. Journey times might be slightly longer on weekends and Bank Holidays. Use our online journey planner or download a timetable for more details.
How many trains a day are there from Glasgow to Birmingham?
There are up to 18 trains per day from Glasgow to Birmingham.
Are there any direct trains from Glasgow to Birmingham?
Yes! You can take the train from Glasgow to Birmingham without needing to change. Find direct trains to Birmingham with our online journey Planner.
What time is the first train from Glasgow to Birmingham?
The first train leaves at 05:48 from Glasgow to Birmingham. Buy your tickets in advance online or from our app and you’ll have one less thing to do before you board.
What time is the last train from Glasgow to Birmingham?
The last train from Glasgow to Birmingham leaves at 04:28.
Can I book assistance for my journey from Glasgow to Birmingham?
Yes, we offer Passenger Assist services at the station and on-board between Glasgow and Birmingham. You’ll need to book at least 2 hours before you travel, or before 22:00 if you’re travelling early next day. You can book assistance online or by calling our Assisted Travel team on 0800 046 1634.
Glasgow Central
- Ticket office
- Step-free access
- Prepurchase collection
- Car park
- Ticket machine
- Toilets
- Taxi-rank
- Wifi
- Seated area available
Birmingham New Street
- Ticket office
- Step-free access
- Prepurchase collection
- Car park
- Ticket machine
- Toilets
- Taxi-rank
- Wifi
- Seated area available