London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing times and prices for May 24

Cheapest price

$39

Average price

$50

Fastest journey

6 h 11 m

Average duration

7 h 17 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

188 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Sat, May 24, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, May 24 the direct buses cover the 188 km distance in an average of 7 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 11 m .

On Sat, May 24 the slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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.

FlixBus
11:25AM7h40
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
07:05PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$391One-way
0 transfers
National Express
11:30PM9h25
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
08:55AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$401One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:35AM6h50
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
10:25AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$441One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
03:20PM6h20
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
09:40PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$631One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
03:29PM6h11
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
09:40PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$641One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m.

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Train

€37

Average price

Cheapest

€64

Average price

7h 42m

Average duration

7h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 51m

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3h 21m

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London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) bus times

Showing buses for today, Friday, May 23
Last updated at 2:14 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX2102:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h20
6:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · NX5512:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h35
7:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX2103:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h35
8:25 PM Birmingham, Hagley Road West0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX2103:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h10
8:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX2105:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h15
9:50 PM Birmingham, Hagley Road West0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX2105:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h50
9:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX2107:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h45
11:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX2109:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h40
1:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX2109:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h05
1:45 AM Birmingham, Hagley Road West0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · NX4219:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
6h15
4:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX400
On time
10:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
9h10
7:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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Buses from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
116 miles (188 km)
Average bus duration
7h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
$20 (€16)
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
3
Bus providers
2
Fastest bus
5h 30m
First bus
03:35
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: National Express and Megabus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

You can travel by bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with National Express and Megabus for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) - Birmingham New Street (BHM) bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Bus information from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $20
  • National Express frequency: 3 a day

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