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The average train between Birmingham and Glasgow takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Birmingham to Glasgow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 37m
Duration
293 mi
Distance
£150
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Birmingham to Glasgow train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Birmingham and Glasgow. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Glasgow at 11:18 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 4h 11m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 4h 11m • Direct
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    train train 4h 8m • Direct
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    train train 4h 10m • Direct
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    train train 4h 14m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 4h 11m • Direct
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    train train 4h 8m • Direct
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    train train 4h 10m • Direct
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    train train 4h 14m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 4h 11m • Direct
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    train train 4h 8m • Direct
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    train train 4h 10m • Direct
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    train train 4h 14m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 4h 11m • Direct
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    train train 4h 8m • Direct
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    train train 4h 10m • Direct
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    train train 4h 14m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 4h 9m • Direct
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    train train 4h 11m • Direct
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    train train 4h 11m • Direct
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    train train 4h 13m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 4h 18m • Direct
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    train train 4h 12m • Direct
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    train train 4h 11m • Direct
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    train train 6h 12m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Glasgow? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Birmingham to Glasgow.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 293.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Glasgow, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £95–160 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Cross Country also services this route 3 times a day.

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