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Coach from Birmingham to Glasgow
National Express operates coach services from Birmingham to Glasgow starting from £18.70 one-way*, with comfortable seating, generous luggage allowance and free Wi-Fi. Our overnight service option lets you travel while you sleep, making the journey to Scotland's vibrant city both cheap and convenient.
Book now using the blue journey planner above. An overnight service is available on this route.
| Birmingham to Glasgow journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 7 hrs |
| Cheapest price | From £18.70 * |
| Distance (approx) | 531km |
| No. of stops | 1 (other services may use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 7:30am/23:00pm |
Our Birmingham to Glasgow 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:
- Birmingham Coach Station
- Birmingham Airport
- Leicester
- Nottingham, Station Street
- Sheffield Interchange
- Leeds Coach & Bus Station
- Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station
- Edinburgh Bus Station
- Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
Our 181 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Birmingham Coach Station
- Manchester Airport
- Manchester Coach Station
- Preston
- Lancaster Bus Station
- Carlisle
- Hamilton Bus Station (Interchange)
- Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
Our 182 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Birmingham Coach Station
- Manchester Airport
- Manchester Coach Station
- Penrith
- Carlisle
- Hamilton Bus Station (Interchange)
- Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
Our 183 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Birmingham Coach Station
- Leicester
- Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
- Leeds Coach & Bus Station
- Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station
- Edinburgh Bus Station
- Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
Our 590 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Birmingham Coach Station
- Penrith
- Carlisle
- Hamilton Bus Station (Interchange)
- Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
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Departing from Birmingham Coach Station
Birmingham Coach Station is ideally located in Digbeth, right in the heart of the city centre, just minutes from the Bullring and Grand Central.
You'll find a bus stop serving multiple city routes right outside, while New Street and Moor Street rail stations are just a short stroll away for those connecting from further afield.
Take a look at our Birmingham Coach Station facilities page for more information.
Arriving at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station places you in the heart of the city centre, making it the ideal starting point for your Glasgow adventure. The central location means you'll be moments from exploring Glasgow's vibrant streets, shops and attractions.
When you arrive, you'll find plenty of facilities to ensure your comfort before heading out to discover what this Scottish powerhouse offers.
Perfect for:
✅ Budget-conscious travellers wanting cheap, affordable transport to Scotland
✅ Overnight travellers looking to maximise their time in Glasgow
✅ Passengers wanting guaranteed seating and free Wi-Fi throughout the journey
Book your Birmingham to Glasgow coach journey today and enjoy a comfortable ride to Scotland's cultural heart with National Express.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Birmingham Coach Station at 7.30am, arriving at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station at 15.50pm.
The last coach leaves from Birmingham Coach Station at 23.00pm, arriving at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station at 6.45am.
A one-way journey from Birmingham to Glasgow is available from £18.70*.
Our fastest coach journey from Birmingham to Glasgow takes 7 hours.
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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