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Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central, starting from KWD 4.660 and averaging KWD 11.250. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 9m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sat, Jun 14
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 4.660
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From KWD 5.000
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From KWD 6.660
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From KWD 5.410
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 9.160
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 4.790
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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01:45
Birmingham New Street
09:26
Glasgow Central
7h 41m, Changes requiredAvanti West Coast
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06:04
Birmingham New Street
10:39
Glasgow Central
4h 35m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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06:04
Birmingham New Street
10:59
Glasgow Central
4h 55m, Changes requiredAvanti West Coast
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06:34
Birmingham New Street
10:59
Glasgow Central
4h 25m, Changes requiredWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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07:07
Birmingham New Street
11:16
Glasgow Central
4h 9m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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08:07
Birmingham New Street
12:42
Paris
4h 35m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
01:45
Last train
Last train
22:30
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham New Street
Arrival station
Arrival station
Glasgow Central
Journey time
Journey time
4h 9m
Distance
Distance
253 miles
Price
Price
KWD 4.660*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

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

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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 Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central Train Ticket Types

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

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