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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Glasgow Stations

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16

train journeys
per day

255

miles (410 kms)

6hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

06:03 / 01:14

first / last train

1

direct trains

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Glasgow Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Glasgow Stations , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Glasgow Stations is approximately 255 miles (410 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 56 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Glasgow Stations Today

  • Mon 27th May
    06:03
    6 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:35
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    07:03
    6 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    13:37
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    08:03
    6 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    14:06
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    09:03
    6 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    15:38
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    10:03
    6 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    16:06
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    11:03
    6 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    17:14
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    12:03
    6 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    18:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    13:03
    6 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    19:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    14:03
    6 hrs 1 min 1 change
    20:04
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    15:03
    6 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    21:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    16:03
    6 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    22:06
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    16:03
    6 hrs 10 mins Direct
    22:13
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 27th May
    17:03
    6 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    23:38
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    18:03
    6 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    00:12
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Queen Street
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Queen Street
  • Mon 27th May
    19:21
    12 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    07:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central
  • Mon 27th May
    23:11
    11 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    10:42
    Birmingham New Street
    Glasgow Central
    Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
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

About Glasgow Stations Station

Station name Glasgow Stations (81)
Address Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:55
Saturday 05:10 - 23:55
Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham Stations and Glasgow Stations

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Glasgow Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Glasgow 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 06:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:14.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Birmingham Stations to Glasgow Stations

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

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