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Rutherglen to Birmingham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Rutherglen to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £26.00, with average prices for this route around £26.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
07:32 4h 34m, Changes required Rutherglen	12:06 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
08:12 4h 54m, Changes required Rutherglen	13:06 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
09:07 4h 59m, Changes required Rutherglen	14:06 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
10:14 4h 52m, Changes required Rutherglen	15:06 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
11:35 4h 31m, Changes required Rutherglen	16:06 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
12:15 4h 51m, Changes required Rutherglen	17:06 Paris	Find Tickets

Rutherglen to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

07:32

Last train

18:01

Departure station

Rutherglen

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

4h 31m

Distance

403 km

Price

£26.00*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Rutherglen to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Rutherglen to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Rutherglen to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Rutherglen to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Rutherglen to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Rutherglen to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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