Birmingham to Glasgow

Birmingham to Glasgow

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Birmingham to Glasgow Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+4h 47m
$1,051.64
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
02:40
08:55
$43.78
Flight
Jet2
Economy
05:40
16:30
$183.97
Flight
Air France
Economy
06:00
16:35
$473.10
Flight
Jet2
Economy
06:20
14:05
$282.95
Flight
Jet2
Economy
06:40
14:30
$182.81
Flight
Jet2
Economy
07:00
15:10
$180.48
Flight
Jet2
Economy
07:20
23:25
$207.26
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
07:45
18:25
$46.06
Train
CrossCountry
Standard
08:03
14:06
$437.18
Flight
Jet2
Economy
08:25
14:15
$224.73
Flight
EasyJet
Economy
08:45
09:50
$52.77
Train
CrossCountry
Standard
09:03
15:15
$205.82
Flight
Jet2
Economy
09:40
22:15
$180.48
Flight
SunExpress
Economy
10:00
01:25
$333.40
Train
CrossCountry
Standard
11:03
17:19
$205.82
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
11:30
19:05
$48.16
Flight
Aer Lingus
Economy
11:55
19:30
$340.30
Flight
Aer Lingus
Economy
12:20
08:05
$182.81
Bus
National Express
Standard AC
12:50
20:15
$32.14

How to get from Birmingham to Glasgow

When you want to get from Birmingham to Glasgow, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 1,179.75. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 22.93.

How far is Birmingham from Glasgow?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Birmingham to Glasgow. Your trip will be a total of 301 miles (483 km). The flying distance is 293 miles (470 km).

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Glasgow?

The travel time from Birmingham to Glasgow can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 28 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Birmingham to Glasgow?

The cost of the trip from Birmingham to Glasgow varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Megabus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 22.93 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 1,179.75.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Birmingham to Glasgow:

  • Bus tickets - USD 22.87 to USD 51.13;
  • flight price: USD 162.80. From Birmingham to Glasgow starting from 08:15 Birmingham Airport UK until 08:15 Birmingham Airport UK

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 843.61 to USD 1,179.98.

How many trips per day are there between Birmingham and Glasgow?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:05 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:00. There are 10 available bus trips every day.
  • 2 by flight from Birmingham to Glasgow starting from 08:15 Birmingham Airport UK until 08:15 Birmingham Airport UK
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Birmingham to Glasgow any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Birmingham to Glasgow is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Birmingham to Glasgow. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 843.61.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Birmingham to Glasgow

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Birmingham to Glasgow? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Birmingham to Glasgow

Facts about the transport from Birmingham to Glasgow

Cheapest Transport$23
Fastest Transport4h 47m
Earliest Departure12:05 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day16
Distance483 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAer Lingus, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Megabus, National Express