Bus from Birmingham to Glasgow: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Glasgow on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
MegabusBus
    		Brunel Street
    		Buchanan Bus StationCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		Great Charles Street Queensway
    		GlasgowFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Coach Station
      		Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StnNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Great Charles Street Queensway
      		GlasgowNo tags
      MegabusBus
        		Brunel Street
        		Buchanan Bus StationNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:01 AM GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Glasgow

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        5h 20mAverage Duration
        252 milesDistance
        17kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$16 - $129Average Duration9h 13m
        10kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$48 - $368Average Duration4h 17m
        10kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$34 - $43Average Duration5h 20m
        17kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Glasgow by bus

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

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Glasgow?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Glasgow start from $16. The average price for this route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Glasgow?

          The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Glasgow is 9h 13m, covering a distance of 257 miles (414 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

        3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Glasgow route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

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

          The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Glasgow at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

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

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

        6. What 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 29733 reviews.

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

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

        8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Birmingham to Glasgow?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

        9. 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
        11/26
        $50
        11/27
        $28
        Today
        $41
        11/29
        $34
        11/30
        $30
        12/01
        $28
        12/02
        $28
        12/03
        $26
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Glasgow was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $26

        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 $26 to $65 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 $26 which is on 2025-12-03.

        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?

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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