Bus from Glasgow to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 23 January
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 24 January
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Glasgow
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Glasgow
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
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Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 25 January
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 26 January
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 27 January
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Buchanan Bus Station
Coach Station
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Glasgow
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Glasgow
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 28 January
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Glasgow
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Glasgow
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Buchanan Bus Station
Coach Station
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 29 January
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Glasgow
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Buchanan Bus Station
Coach Station
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Glasgow
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Next departures from Glasgow to Birmingham on 30 January
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Glasgow
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Buchanan Bus Station
Coach Station
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Glasgow
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Buchanan Bus Station
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Newhouse Hotel Stop
Great Charles Street Queensway
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Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:45 GMT.
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 €33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
4 out of 5 stars
Jan E.
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
4 out of 5 stars
Chukwuemeka A.
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.
Based on 12136 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at €16
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.
I travelled from Glasgow to Birmingham and was not allowed off to stretch my legs or grab a coffee on the journey
2 out of 5 stars
Mary C.
The journey was fine up until Manchester a group of three were loud and obnoxious
4 out of 5 stars
Yvette E.
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.
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 €15. The average price for this route is around €32. 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 15m, covering a distance of 408 km. 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 10 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 07:20. 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 29868 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 4.1 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
21/01
€29
22/01
€31
Today
€36
24/01
€26
25/01
€36
26/01
€23
27/01
€19
28/01
€23
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Birmingham was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €19
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 €19 to €60 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 €19, which is on 2026-01-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from Glasgow to Birmingham?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Birmingham was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €19
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination