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Coach from Glasgow to Birmingham
National Express operates up to 5 daily coach services between Glasgow and Birmingham, starting from £14.40 one-way*, with guaranteed seating, free Wi-Fi and generous luggage allowance. Journey times range from 6 hours 50 minutes to 10 hours 45 minutes, with both daytime and overnight options available.
Book your tickets to Birmingham on our 180, 181, 182, 183 and 590 services, and hundreds of other UK and European locations, in the blue journey planner above. An overnight service is available on this route.
| Glasgow to Birmingham journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 6hrs 45mins |
| Cheapest price | From £14.40 * |
| Distance (approx) | 531km |
| No. of stops | 4 (590 service, other services use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 7:20am/23:00pm (from Glasgow) |
Our Glasgow to Birmingham services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 180 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Glasgow
- Edinburgh
- Newcastle upon Tyne, St James Boulevard
- Leeds Coach Station
- Sheffield Coach Station
- Nottingham, Station Street
- Leicester, St Margarets Bus Station
- Birmingham Airport (BHX), also for NEC
- Birmingham Coach Station
Our 181 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Glasgow
- Hamilton
- Carlisle
- Lancaster
- Preston
- Manchester Coach Station
- Manchester Airport
- Birmingham Coach Station
Our 182 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Edinburgh
- Glasgow
- Hamilton
- Carlisle
- Penrith
- Manchester Coach Station
- Manchester Airport
- Birmingham Coach Station
Our 183 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Glasgow
- Edinburgh
- Newcastle upon Tyne, St James Boulevard
- Leeds Coach Station
- Nottingham, Station Street
- Leicester, St Margarets Bus Station
- Birmingham Coach Station
Our 590 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Glasgow
- Hamilton
- Carlisle
- Penrith
- Birmingham Coach Station
- Milton Keynes Coachway
- London (Golders Green)
- London Victoria Coach Station
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Departing from Glasgow
Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station sits in the heart of the city centre, offering excellent facilities for your comfort before departure.
You'll find plenty of shops, restaurants and cafes surrounding the station to enjoy while waiting for your coach. The central location makes it easily accessible from all parts of Glasgow.
Arriving in Birmingham
Birmingham Coach Station is located in Digbeth, just minutes from the Bullring and Grand Central shopping destinations.
A taxi rank sits directly outside the station, alongside bus stops serving multiple city routes. Both New Street and Moor Street rail stations are within easy walking distance, making onward travel connections simple and convenient.
Take a look at our Birmingham Coach Station facilities.
Perfect For:
✅ Overnight travellers wanting to sleep during the journey
✅ Budget-conscious passengers seeking cheap, affordable Scotland to England transport
✅ Visitors exploring Birmingham's vibrant cultural attractions
Book your cheap Glasgow to Birmingham coach journey today with National Express and enjoy comfortable travel with guaranteed seats and modern amenities. Let us handle the driving while you relax and save your energy for exploring Birmingham's exciting city centre.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Glasgow Bus Station at 7.20am, terminating at Birmingham Coach Station at 18.25pm.
The last coach departs from Glasgow Bus Station at 23.00pm, arriving at Birmingham Coach Station at 6.25am
A one-way journey from Glasgow to Birmingham is available from £14.40 *.
Coach journeys from Glasgow to Birmingham can take up to 10 hrs 45 mins. However, our fastest coach arrives in 6 hrs 50 mins.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
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