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Trains from Glasgow Stations to Birmingham Stations

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16

train journeys
per day

255

miles (410 kms)

4hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:06 / 00:15

first / last train

7

direct trains

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Glasgow Stations to Birmingham Stations

Buy tickets from Glasgow Stations to Birmingham Stations . Explore the list of all train routes from Glasgow Stations to Birmingham Stations and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Glasgow Stations and Birmingham Stations , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Glasgow Stations to Birmingham Stations is approximately 255 miles (410 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 13 mins.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Glasgow Stations and Birmingham Stations .

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Glasgow Stations to Birmingham Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:06
    5 hrs Direct
    10:06
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    6 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    12:04
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:02
    5 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    12:20
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:02
    5 hrs 25 mins Direct
    12:27
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    6 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    14:04
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:03
    5 hrs 3 mins Direct
    14:06
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:45
    6 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    16:04
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:03
    5 hrs 3 mins Direct
    16:06
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:03
    5 hrs 1 min Direct
    18:04
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:45
    6 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    20:05
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:03
    5 hrs 3 mins Direct
    20:06
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:41
    4 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    21:33
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:41
    5 hrs 7 mins Direct
    21:48
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:00
    6 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    23:28
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:40
    12 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    06:56
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:48
    10 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    10:06
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Street

About Glasgow Stations Station

Station name Glasgow Stations (81)
Address Glasgow Central station, Gordon Street, Glasgow, Strathclyde, G1 3SL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Glasgow Stations and Birmingham Stations

The travel time between Glasgow Stations and Birmingham Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Glasgow Stations and Birmingham Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

First class tickets on trains between Glasgow Stations and Birmingham Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Glasgow Stations and Birmingham Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Glasgow Stations to Birmingham Stations

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Glasgow Stations and Birmingham Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Glasgow Stations and Birmingham Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.