How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Glasgow?

The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Glasgow start from £13. The average price for this route is around £28. 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 Birmingham to Glasgow?

The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Glasgow is 9h 13m, covering a distance of 252 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Glasgow 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 Birmingham to Glasgow?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Glasgow at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

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

A bus journey from Birmingham to Glasgow 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 Birmingham to Glasgow?

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 29742 reviews.

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

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 Birmingham to Glasgow?

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 Birmingham to Glasgow?

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 Birmingham to Glasgow from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Glasgow on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	11h 5m	18:35	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Cheapest
Bus	13:00	Brunel Street	7h 20m	20:20	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	11h 5m	18:35	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	13:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	21:10	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	13:00	Brunel Street	13h 20m	02:20	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Glasgow on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	11h 5m	18:35	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	06:15	Glasgow	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	11h 5m	18:35	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	13:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	21:10	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	02:00	Brunel Street	6h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Glasgow on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	Brunel Street	9h 35m	11:35	Buchanan Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	06:15	Glasgow	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	11h 5m	18:35	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	13:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	21:10	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	02:00	Brunel Street	6h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Glasgow on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	Brunel Street	9h 35m	11:35	Buchanan Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	06:15	Glasgow	Fastest
Bus	07:45	Coach Station	10h 40m	18:25	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	13:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	21:10	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	02:00	Brunel Street	6h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Glasgow on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	Brunel Street	9h 35m	11:35	Buchanan Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	06:15	Glasgow	Fastest
Bus	07:45	Coach Station	10h 40m	18:25	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	13:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	21:10	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	02:00	Brunel Street	6h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Glasgow on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	21:10	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	06:15	Glasgow	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	11h 5m	18:35	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	8h 4m	08:09	Newhouse Hotel Stop	No tags
Bus	02:00	Brunel Street	6h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Glasgow on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	11h 5m	18:35	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	06:15	Glasgow	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Coach Station	11h 5m	18:35	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags
Bus	13:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 30m	21:10	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	02:00	Brunel Street	6h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Glasgow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, 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 - £97	Average duration9h 13m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£37 - £282	Average duration4h 17m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£25 - £39	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Glasgow?

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

Stops in Glasgow

A
Buchanan Bus Station
Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont St, Glasgow G2 3NW, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,746 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

The bus service received positive feedback for comfortable seating, friendly drivers, and a smooth trip. However, some passengers found it irritating when others used devices at a high volume. Delays were attributed to road works and not the fault of the company.

National Express Birmingham Glasgow recent customer reviews

Driver was good. Delayed due to traffic which then had an impact on further travel on arriving at Glasgow

Peter S.

6 June 2025

The service was very disappointing, very unhygienic, toilet are not cleaned and seats are very dirty and rest table was not cleaned as well and the bus was smelly

Harshdeep K.

5 January 2025

Comfortable seating, friendly drivers and a smooth trip. . Was irritating that the people at the back of the bus used devices at a high volume.

Alison M.

5 October 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,504 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,281 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Based on 4281 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £20

Megabus Birmingham Glasgow recent customer reviews

Bus was on time as booked. Professional drivers. Updates on the location of the bus ie announcement on bustops being approached and the one after.

Delisiwe M.

2 December 2025

Pretty Good

Vincent O.

1 October 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Glasgow

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 Birmingham to Glasgow?
The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Glasgow start from £13. The average price for this route is around £28. 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 Birmingham to Glasgow?
The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Glasgow is 9h 13m, covering a distance of 252 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Glasgow 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 Birmingham to Glasgow?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Glasgow at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Glasgow?
A bus journey from Birmingham to Glasgow 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 Birmingham to Glasgow?
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 29742 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Glasgow?
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 Birmingham to Glasgow?
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 Birmingham to Glasgow?
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

01/12

£39

02/12

£24

Today

£22

04/12

£22

05/12

£22

06/12

£24

07/12

£24

08/12

£22

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Glasgow was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £22

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

You can expect to pay from £22 to £50 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-08.

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 Birmingham to Glasgow?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h 13m	Avg price£28	Daily departures13
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 17m	Avg price£57	Daily departures7
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time5h 20m	Avg price£31	Daily departures1