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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 05 Oct
£18
Average ticket price on 05 Oct
£28
Fastest journey on 05 Oct
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 05 Oct
3 h 33 m
Buses on 05 Oct
41
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
On Mon 05 Oct, we found 41 buses from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport, including 38 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus13:304h05Birmingham17:35London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£181One-way0 changes- FlixBus15:354h05Birmingham19:40London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£181One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:504h10Birmingham4:00London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South£181One-way0 changes
- FlixBus13:303h55Birmingham17:25Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)£181One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:504h00Birmingham3:50Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)£181One-way0 changes
NX2100:303h30Birmingham, Coach Station4:00London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£391One-way0 changes- NX2102:053h30Birmingham, Coach Station5:35London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£511One-way0 changes
- FlixBus2:003h35Birmingham5:35Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)£201One-way0 changes
- FlixBus17:503h35Birmingham21:25Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)£191One-way0 changes
- NX2103:403h35Birmingham, Coach Station7:15London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North£581One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport run on average 52 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 43 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 189 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 189 km |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 52 |
Direct buses 43 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 1:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Live departures
Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Sunday 4 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 23:50 Birmingham | 4h00 | 3:50 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:50 Birmingham | 4h10 | 4:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 5 October | |||||
| NX210 | 0:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 4:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:00 Birmingham | 3h35 | 5:35 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:00 Birmingham | 3h45 | 5:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 | 2:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 5:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:00 Birmingham | 3h50 | 6:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:00 Birmingham | 3h40 | 6:40 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 | 3:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 7:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 Birmingham | 3h50 | 7:50 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 Birmingham | 4h00 | 8:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 | 4:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h50 | 8:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:10 Birmingham | 3h50 | 9:00 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:10 Birmingham | 4h00 | 9:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 | 6:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h55 | 10:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 Birmingham | 3h55 | 11:10 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 Birmingham | 4h05 | 11:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 | 7:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h55 | 11:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:25 Birmingham | 3h55 | 12:20 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:25 Birmingham | 4h05 | 12:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 | 9:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h50 | 12:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 Birmingham | 3h40 | 13:50 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 Birmingham | 3h50 | 14:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 | 11:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h50 | 14:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 Birmingham | 3h45 | 15:35 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 Birmingham | 3h55 | 15:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 | 12:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h00 | 16:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX409 · NX025 | 13:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h10 | 17:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 13:30 Birmingham | 4h05 | 17:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:30 Birmingham | 3h55 | 17:25 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 | 14:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h50 | 18:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:30 Birmingham | 3h55 | 18:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:30 Birmingham | 3h45 | 18:15 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 Birmingham | 4h05 | 19:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 Birmingham | 3h55 | 19:30 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 | 16:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h05 | 20:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 | 17:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h00 | 21:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:50 Birmingham | 3h35 | 21:25 Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:50 Birmingham | 3h45 | 21:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX400 · NX025 | 19:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h05 | 1:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
| NX400 · NX025 | 20:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h50 | 2:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and London Gatwick Airport
Most Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and London Gatwick Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Getting to Birmingham from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham bus station facilities and services
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Most popular bus connections from Birmingham
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