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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for 13 Sept

Cheapest

£43

Average

£56

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

15:212h47

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

18:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£431One-way

0 changes

05:282h46

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

08:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£451One-way

0 changes

15:363h49

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

19:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£631One-way

0 changes

04:302h38

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

07:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£631One-way

0 changes

13:202h48

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

16:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£631One-way

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Train timetableBirmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 13 September

Avanti West Coast

04:302h38

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

07:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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West Midlands Railway

15:363h49

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

19:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

Avanti West Coast

13:202h48

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

16:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)

0 changes

West Midlands Railway

13:363h32

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

17:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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Avanti West Coast

05:282h46

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

08:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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Train times from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for 13 Sept

Fastest Journey

2 h 38 m

Average

3 h 1 m

Trains per day

Distance

189 km

Of the 10 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

04:302h38

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

07:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£631One-way

0 changes

05:282h46

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

08:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£451One-way

0 changes

16:212h47

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

19:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£641One-way

0 changes

07:212h47

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

10:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£641One-way

0 changes

15:212h47

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

18:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)

£431One-way

0 changes

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Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Distance	117 miles
Average train duration	2 h 32 min
Average train ticket price	£65 (€74)
Train frequency	31 a day
Direct train	No
Train companies	Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or Chiltern Railways

Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) cover the 117 miles long route taking on average 2 h 32 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or Chiltern Railways. Normally, there are 31 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £65, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £35.

Train companies: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and Chiltern Railways trains Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Find the best trains between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Omio's travel partners Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and Chiltern Railways from £35. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next train between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Gatwick Airport (GTW): Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance.

Train information from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Chiltern Railways:

Average Duration: 3 h 35 min
Cheapest Price: £65

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from Birmingham New Street (BHM). They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train information with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 3 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: £65
CrossCountry frequency: 6 a day

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 2 h 32 min
Cheapest Price: £35
Virgin Trains frequency: 17 a day

FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can start from as little as £35 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is £65; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is 2 h 32 min to travel the 117 mile long journey, with around there are 31 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 04: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 19: 21.

There are 31 trains a day from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or Chiltern Railways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you can take a train with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or Chiltern Railways. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 21.

A trip to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from Birmingham New Street (BHM) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 32 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from Birmingham New Street (BHM) including taking a train or coach.

Trains departing from Birmingham New Street

Address

Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

+44 3450774224

Distance from Birmingham New Street to city center

1.7 miles (2.7 km)

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05: 15 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 30 - 23: 00

How to get to this station?

Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.

Nearest Airport

Birmingham International Airport
9 miles

How to get to nearest airport?

You can take a direct train for 10 minutes from the station to the airport with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands or CrossCountry.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.

ATM

ATM machines are located on the paid concourse.

Taxi

Taxi: Taxis drop off with the'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi | Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi

Lockers

You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M& S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier

Dining

Car Rentals

Avis | British Rental Car

Information Desk

In the middle of the station.

Accessibility

Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.

Trains arriving to Gatwick Airport

Address

Gatwick Railway Station, Gatwick Airport, Crawley, RH6 0RD, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

Distance from Gatwick Airport to city center

29.3 miles (47.2 km)

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

How to get to this station?

Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
Onward travel information: Available from airport.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station

Nearest Airport

London Gatwick Airport
1 miles

How to get to nearest airport?

The airport can be reached from the station by public transit in 5 minutes via the inter-terminal shuttle.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

ATM

Located outside the station as well as on concourse.

Taxi

Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex

Lockers

Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06: 00 until 18: 00.

Dining

Costa Coffee | KFC | McDonald's

Car Rentals

Information Desk

Located inside the main terminal.

Accessibility

Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.