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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€50
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€72
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 57 m
Trains on Sep 18
7
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around €72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least once.
W34054+
G26392+
L24732 · C110417:17 AM3h02Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:19 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€501One-way3 transfers- W34205+G26395+L24739 · C110427:21 AM3h28Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:49 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€501One-way3 transfers
- W34205+
W45408+
Tube from London Euston to London Blackfriars7:21 AM2h53Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:14 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€501One-way2 transfers - W34054+
G77303+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria7:17 AM2h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:00 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€511One-way2 transfers - W34115+G77319+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:17 AM2h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:00 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€751One-way2 transfers
- W34054+G77303+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria7:17 AM2h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:00 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€511One-way2 transfers
- W34115+G77319+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:17 AM2h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:00 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€751One-way2 transfers
- W34205+W45408+Tube from London Euston to London Blackfriars7:21 AM2h53Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:14 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€501One-way2 transfers
- W34054+G26392+L24732 · C110417:17 AM3h02Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:19 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€501One-way3 transfers
G01173+
G150937:33 AM3h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€911One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, while a train costs an average of €86.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€86 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is €55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average €86.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 55m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (2h 35m by train vs 2h 48m by car). Tickets start at around €86 compared to roughly €51 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
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34054+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+C82800 | On time 7:17 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h38 | 9:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| G01000+G15094 | On time 8:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h22 | 11:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
G01000+ L37406+Tube from London Marylebone to London Victoria+G26182 | On time 8:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h35 | 11:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| W34115+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G77319 | On time 8:17 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h43 | 11:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| W34284+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26176 | On time 8:21 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h47 | 11:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| W34284+G27781 · G26176 | On time 8:21 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h47 | 11:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| G01013+G15102 | On time 12:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h22 | 3:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W33903+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+C82850 | On time 12:17 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h38 | 2:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| W33937+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26427 | On time 12:47 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h32 | 3:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| G01018+G15104 | On time 1:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h22 | 4:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W33933+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+C82860 | On time 1:17 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h38 | 3:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 8:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and London Gatwick Airport from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Birmingham New Street to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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