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Birmingham to Glasgow Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Glasgow Central, starting from £11.20 and averaging £26.00. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 5m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Mon, Aug 4
From £22.40
Tue, Aug 5
From £11.20
Wed, Aug 6
From £11.50
Thu, Aug 7
From £11.50
Fri, Aug 8
From £11.50
Sat, Aug 9
From £23.00
Sun, Aug 10
From £23.00

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:25 Birmingham New Street	09:16 Glasgow Central	8h 51m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:05 Birmingham New Street	10:35 Glasgow Central	4h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:05 Birmingham New Street	10:42 Glasgow Central	4h 37m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:07 Birmingham New Street	11:18 Glasgow Central	4h 11m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:07 Birmingham New Street	12:39 Glasgow Central	4h 32m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:07 Birmingham New Street	13:04 Paris	4h 57m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham to Glasgow Central train route details

First train

00:25

Last train

23:22

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Glasgow Central

Journey time

4h 5m

Distance

253 miles

Price

£11.20*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Glasgow Central

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 Birmingham to Glasgow Central can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Glasgow Central 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 to save an average extra 30%

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 Birmingham to Glasgow Central, 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 Birmingham to Glasgow Central 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 Birmingham to Glasgow Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Glasgow Central train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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