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Compare coach and train for London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 179 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£69 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI):
A coach is £46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) costing on average £69.
Other travel options to Birmingham International (BHI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 51m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (2h 19m by train vs 2h 27m by car). Tickets start at around £69 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
London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 8:46 London Gatwick Airport | 2h29 | 11:15 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) by coach or train
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare West Midlands Trains with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 07:55. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 7:02 |
Last train 7:55 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport 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: London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport and Birmingham International (BHI)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) trains use the London Euston to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport 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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