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
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.
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.
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.
Bus | Most popular Train |
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€37 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price |
7h 42m Average duration 7h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 4h20 | 6:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 4h35 | 7:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 4h35 | 8:25 PM Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 4h10 | 8:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 4h15 | 9:50 PM Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h50 | 9:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h45 | 11:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h40 | 1:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 4h05 | 1:45 AM Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 6h15 | 4:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | On time 10:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 9h10 | 7:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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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 |
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:
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