The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI)
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Birmingham International (BHI) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.


Travel Information
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 prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 179 km
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3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:02 London Gatwick Airport | 2h34 | 10:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail or CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast 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 Great Western Rail or CrossCountry 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)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 13:10. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 08:02 |
Last train 13:10 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Great Western Rail, CrossCountry from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International (BHI) trainsAvanti West Coast, Great Western Rail, CrossCountry trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Birmingham International (BHI) 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: 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
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