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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport 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 International Airport to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 3 trains that leave Birmingham International Airport for London Gatwick Airport every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham International Airport to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 179 km
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£69 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:13 Birmingham International Airport | 3h25 | 10:38 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:33 Birmingham International Airport | 2h35 | 13:08 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:33 Birmingham International Airport | 2h35 | 14:08 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:58 Birmingham International Airport | 2h57 | 16:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Birmingham International Airport to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 14:33. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 14:33 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Southern from Birmingham International Airport to London Gatwick Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Southern trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and London Gatwick Airport from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham International Airport to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to London Gatwick Airport by train. 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 train, 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.
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