Bus from Glasgow to Birmingham: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Glasgow to Birmingham on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Buchanan Bus Station
    		Coach StationCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		Glasgow
    		Great Charles Street QueenswayFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Buchanan Bus Station
      		Coach StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Glasgow
      		Great Charles Street QueenswayNo tags
      MegabusBus
        		Buchanan Bus Station
        		Brunel StreetNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:03 PM GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Birmingham

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        5h 20mAverage Duration
        406 kmDistance
        17kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$23 - $225Average Duration9h
        10kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$49 - $613Average Duration4h 27m
        10kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$44 - $93Average Duration5h 20m
        17kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to Birmingham by bus

        Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham start from $23. The average price for this route is around $53. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Glasgow to Birmingham?

          The average bus travel time from Glasgow to Birmingham is 9h, covering a distance of 408 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.

        3. Which bus companies service the Glasgow to Birmingham route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Glasgow to Birmingham?

          The earliest bus departs from Glasgow to Birmingham at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Glasgow to Birmingham?

          A bus trip from Glasgow to Birmingham generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Glasgow to Birmingham?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Birmingham?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Glasgow to Birmingham?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Glasgow to Birmingham?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        11-26
        $52
        11-27
        $55
        Today
        $50
        11-29
        $53
        11-30
        $65
        12-01
        $41
        12-02
        $37
        12-03
        $37
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glasgow to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $37

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $37 to $115 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-03.

        Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

        What's the cheapest way to go from Glasgow to Birmingham?

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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