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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 12 Oct
£18
Average ticket price on 12 Oct
£54
Fastest journey on 12 Oct
2 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 12 Oct
3 h
Trains on 12 Oct
6
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Mon 12 Oct, we found 6 trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 22 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.
11:212h47Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:08London Gatwick Airport£181One-way0 changes
7:033h52Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:55London Gatwick Airport£461One-way0 changes- 5:023h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:24London Gatwick Airport£491One-way0 changes
- 6:023h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:24London Gatwick Airport£581One-way0 changes
- 6:052h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:49London Gatwick Airport£651One-way0 changes
- 6:052h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:49London Gatwick Airport£651One-way0 changes
- 8:212h47Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:08London Gatwick Airport£861One-way0 changes
- 11:212h47Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:08London Gatwick Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 6:023h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:24London Gatwick Airport£581One-way0 changes
- 5:023h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:24London Gatwick Airport£491One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 18:21. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 18:21 |
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Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Sunday 11 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 L38470+ G88070+ Tube from London Marylebone to London Victoria | On time 8:28 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h20 | 11:48 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| L38772+Tube from London Marylebone to London Victoria+G26303 | On time 8:46 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h32 | 12:18 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
 Y80813 · C18021+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G88110 | On time 12:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h15 | 15:48 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| W33371+C56127 · X12367 | On time 13:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h14 | 16:33 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W33371+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+C82597 | On time 13:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h55 | 16:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| Y80824+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+C82607 | On time 13:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h41 | 17:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
Y80824+W33049+ C83004+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | On time 13:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h55 | 16:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| C01364+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26331 | On time 14:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h58 | 17:18 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| Monday 12 October | |||||
| 5:02 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h22 | 8:24 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:02 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h22 | 9:24 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h44 | 8:49 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h52 | 10:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and London Gatwick Airport
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Birmingham New Street to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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