How much is the bus ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham?

The cheapest coach tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham start from £13. The average price for this route is around £29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Glasgow to Birmingham?

The average bus journey time from Glasgow to Birmingham is 9h, covering a distance of 253 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

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 .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Glasgow to Birmingham?

The earliest bus departs from Glasgow to Birmingham at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

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

Which 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.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

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.

Bus Glasgow to Birmingham from £15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Buchanan Bus Station	10h 55m	21:25	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:40	Glasgow	6h 5m	04:45	Great Charles Street Queensway	Fastest
Bus	07:20	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 55m	17:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:20	Glasgow	7h 30m	17:50	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	04:20	Buchanan Bus Station	6h 20m	10:40	Brunel Street	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Buchanan Bus Station	10h 45m	21:15	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:40	Glasgow	6h 5m	04:45	Great Charles Street Queensway	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 45m	17:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:20	Glasgow	7h 30m	17:50	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	04:20	Buchanan Bus Station	6h 20m	10:40	Brunel Street	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	7h 30m	16:10	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:40	Glasgow	6h 5m	04:45	Great Charles Street Queensway	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 45m	17:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:20	Glasgow	7h 30m	17:50	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	04:20	Buchanan Bus Station	6h 20m	10:40	Brunel Street	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Buchanan Bus Station	10h 55m	21:25	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:40	Glasgow	6h 5m	04:45	Great Charles Street Queensway	Fastest
Bus	07:20	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 55m	17:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:20	Glasgow	7h 30m	17:50	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	7h 20m	18:10	Brunel Street	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Buchanan Bus Station	10h 55m	21:25	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:40	Glasgow	6h 5m	04:45	Great Charles Street Queensway	Fastest
Bus	07:20	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 55m	17:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:20	Glasgow	7h 30m	17:50	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	7h 20m	18:10	Brunel Street	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Buchanan Bus Station	10h 55m	21:25	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:40	Glasgow	6h 5m	04:45	Great Charles Street Queensway	Fastest
Bus	07:20	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 55m	17:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:20	Glasgow	7h 30m	17:50	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	7h 20m	18:10	Brunel Street	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Buchanan Bus Station	10h 55m	21:25	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:40	Glasgow	6h 5m	04:45	Great Charles Street Queensway	Fastest
Bus	07:20	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 55m	17:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:20	Glasgow	7h 30m	17:50	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	7h 20m	18:10	Brunel Street	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 20mAverage duration

252 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£13 - £122	Average duration9h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£27 - £330	Average duration4h 27m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£24 - £50	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Glasgow and Birmingham?

Stops in Glasgow

A
Buchanan Bus Station
Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont St, Glasgow G2 3NW, UK
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Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,737 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers have expressed positive feedback about traveling with National Express, highlighting the helpful and friendly driver, comfortable bus with good legroom, and overall smooth journey without delays. However, a minor delay due to traffic jam was mentioned in one review.

National Express Glasgow Birmingham recent customer reviews

Driver very nice and helpful. I offered to buy him a cup of tea but he wouldn't have one.

Jan E.

10 May 2022

The bus was quite comfy with good leg room. Should be kept that way. It’s necessary for customers to have a good leg room over a long journey

Chukwuemeka A.

30 April 2022

The bus was late beyond any drivers fault who did very well in heavy traffic delays for various reasons. He kept us informed which always helps.

Paul B.

23 October 2021

FlixBus

3.5/511,458 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Customers have reported that the driving experience was smooth and enjoyable. However, there were some complaints about a group of three passengers being loud and obnoxious during the journey, specifically near Manchester.

Megabus Glasgow Birmingham recent customer reviews

I travelled from Glasgow to Birmingham and was not allowed off to stretch my legs or grab a coffee on the journey

Mary C.

22 April 2025

The journey was fine up until Manchester a group of three were loud and obnoxious

Yvette E.

25 November 2023

Bus broke down and it was a 3 hour wait at Preston while we waited for another bus. Driver was lovely and it wasn't really anyone's fault. 1* rating is because I'm tired and grumpy as it's nearly 11pm and I'm still not at my destination.

Lauren S.

20 November 2023

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Glasgow to Birmingham

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

How much is the bus ticket from Glasgow to Birmingham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Glasgow to Birmingham start from £13. The average price for this route is around £29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Glasgow to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Glasgow to Birmingham is 9h, covering a distance of 253 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Glasgow to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Glasgow to Birmingham at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Glasgow to Birmingham?
A bus journey from Glasgow to Birmingham produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.
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

25/11

£30

26/11

£28

Today

£30

28/11

£27

29/11

£29

30/11

£35

01/12

£22

02/12

£20

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Birmingham was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £20

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 £20 to £48 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 £20, which is on 2025-12-02.

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?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h	Avg price£29	Daily departures13
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 27m	Avg price£85	Daily departures8
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time5h 20m	Avg price£29	Daily departures1