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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£61
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£96
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 52 m
Trains on 17 Sept
9
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34246+
W45478+
Tube from London Bridge to London Euston8:462h29Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:15Birmingham International (BHI)£611One-way2 changes
G15126+
G008587:593h40Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:39Birmingham International (BHI)£691One-way1 change- G15127+G008619:003h39Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:39Birmingham International (BHI)£691One-way1 change
- W33935+W45435+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston8:162h28Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:44Birmingham International (BHI)£691One-way2 changes
L37400+Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone+W34151+
W112876:463h29Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:15Birmingham International (BHI)£951One-way4 changes
- W33935+W45435+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston8:162h28Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:44Birmingham International (BHI)£691One-way2 changes
- W33945+W45465+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston6:462h28Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:14Birmingham International (BHI)£1321One-way2 changes
- W34246+W45478+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston8:462h29Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:15Birmingham International (BHI)£611One-way2 changes
- L37365+G00851+Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone+
G261516:133h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:39Birmingham International (BHI)£951One-way3 changes - L37400+Tube from London Bridge to London Marylebone+W34151+W112876:463h29Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:15Birmingham International (BHI)£951One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 180 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI):
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) costing on average £60.
Other travel options to Birmingham International (BHI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 56m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 22m by train vs 2h 28m by car). Tickets start at around £60 compared to roughly £38 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15124+G00851 | 5:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h40 | 9:39 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| L37365+G00851+Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone+G26151 | 6:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h26 | 9:39 Birmingham International (BHI) | 3 changes | |
| L37400+W34151+W45465+W11287 | 6:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h29 | 10:15 Birmingham International (BHI) | 4 changes | |
| W33945+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+W45465 | 6:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h28 | 9:14 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
| G15125+G00855 | 7:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h39 | 10:39 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G15126+G00858 | 7:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h40 | 11:39 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| W33935+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+W45435 | 8:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h28 | 10:44 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
| W34246+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+W45478 | 8:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h29 | 11:15 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
| G15127+G00861 | 9:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h39 | 12:39 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 08:45. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 1:45 |
Last train 8:45 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Southern, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) trainsSouthern, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Birmingham International (BHI) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) 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 Birmingham International (BHI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Birmingham International (BHI)
Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains use the London Euston to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Birmingham International (BHI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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