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Glasgow to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Planning a journey from Glasgow to Birmingham New Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 47.28, with average prices for this route around AU$ 49.17. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Tue, Sep 2
    From AU$ 252.63
  • Wed, Sep 3
    From AU$ 58.59
  • Thu, Sep 4
    From AU$ 86.34
  • Fri, Sep 5
    From AU$ 102.00
  • Sat, Sep 6
    From AU$ 61.67
  • Sun, Sep 7
    From AU$ 47.28
  • Mon, Sep 8
    From AU$ 113.06
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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18:40
Glasgow Central
23:07
Birmingham New Street
4h 27m, No directAvanti West Coast
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20:06
Glasgow Central
06:50+1
Paris
10h 44m, No directAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains
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Glasgow to Birmingham New Street train route details

First train
First train
04:28
Last train
Last train
20:06
Departure station
Departure station
Glasgow
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham New Street
Journey time
Journey time
4h 6m
Distance
Distance
407 km
Price
Price
AU$ 47.28*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham New Street

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham New Street during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Glasgow to Birmingham New Street, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Glasgow to Birmingham New Street ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Glasgow to Birmingham New Street train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.