Next departures for Glasgow to Birmingham on November 22
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Next departures for Glasgow to Birmingham on November 23
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Next departures for Glasgow to Birmingham on November 24
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Next departures for Glasgow to Birmingham on November 25
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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Birmingham
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, 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.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
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 traveling from Glasgow to Birmingham by bus
How far is Glasgow from Birmingham?
The distance between the two cities is 253 miles (407 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Glasgow to Birmingham?
Most of the buses traveling from Glasgow to Birmingham leave from Buchanan Bus Station and arrive at Coach Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?
Once in Birmingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Gas Street Basin, Winterbourne House and Garden, Twycross Zoo and Jewellery Quarter.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/20
$38
11/21
$44
Today
$43
11/23
$37
11/24
$26
11/25
$26
11/26
$26
11/27
$26
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 24, 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 Glasgow to Birmingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $61 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 $26 which is on 2025-11-24.
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $26
