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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 07 Oct
£95
Average ticket price on 07 Oct
£106
Fastest journey on 07 Oct
2 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 07 Oct
3 h
Trains on 07 Oct
6
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
To travel from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport you need to make at least one change.
L37406+
Tube from London Marylebone to London Victoria+
G261828:153h23Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)11:38Gatwick Airport (GTW)£951One-way2 changes
W34284+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G261768:212h47Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)£991One-way2 changes- W34284+G26176 · G277818:212h47Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)£991One-way2 changes
- W34115+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G773198:172h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)£991One-way2 changes 
G01176+
G150958:333h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1231One-way1 change
- W34115+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G773198:172h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)£991One-way2 changes
- W34284+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G261768:212h47Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)£991One-way2 changes
- W34284+G26176 · G277818:212h47Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)£991One-way2 changes
- G01176+G150958:333h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1231One-way1 change
- G01000+G150948:033h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1231One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport run on average 56 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 56 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 22:11 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Live departures
Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01000+G15094 | 8:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h22 | 11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L37406+Tube from London Marylebone to London Victoria+G26182 | 8:15 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h23 | 11:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W34115+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G77319 | 8:17 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h43 | 11:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W34284+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26176 | 8:21 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h47 | 11:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W34284+G27781 · G26176 | 8:21 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h47 | 11:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G01176+G15095 | 8:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h22 | 11:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Southern from Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Southern trains will get you between Birmingham and London Gatwick Airport from £8. 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 to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and London Gatwick Airport
Most Birmingham to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Birmingham New Street to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham 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.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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