What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Cumbernauld?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Cumbernauld is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Cumbernauld?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Cumbernauld is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Cumbernauld?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Cumbernauld. However, there are services departing from Newhall Street and arriving at Town Centre Stances via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Cumbernauld?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Cumbernauld. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Cumbernauld via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Cumbernauld?

The distance between Birmingham and Cumbernauld is 294 miles. The road distance is 292 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Cumbernauld without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cumbernauld without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £100 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Cumbernauld?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Birmingham to Cumbernauld, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Cumbernauld bus from?

Birmingham to Cumbernauld bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Cumbernauld train from?

Birmingham to Cumbernauld train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Birmingham to Cumbernauld?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cumbernauld is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £100 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 38m, you could also fly, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Birmingham to Cumbernauld bus arrive?

Birmingham to Cumbernauld bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Cumbernauld train arrive?

Birmingham to Cumbernauld train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Motherwell station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Cumbernauld?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Cumbernauld is 292 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Birmingham to Cumbernauld.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Cumbernauld?

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Where can I stay near Cumbernauld?

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Birmingham to Cumbernauld - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Birmingham to Cumbernauld by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Motherwelltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 3m
£106–224
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
6h 38m
£37–63
Drive 290.3 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Cumbernauldcar 290.3 mi
4h 43m
£71–103
Fly Birmingham Airport to Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3h 2m
£37–112
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Motherwelltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 24m
£88–176
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
7h 53m
£59–140
Fly Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Croytrain
3h 43m
£56–135
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
5h
£89–186
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Croytrain
5h 41m
£111–219

Birmingham to Cumbernauld by train

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Distance: 292.8 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Motherwell 4 times a day. Tickets cost £100–170 and the journey takes 3h 53m. Cross Country also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newhall Street to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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