Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train

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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

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Cheapest

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

Avanti West Coast
10:11PM4h19
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
02:30AMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$571One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
10:21AM2h47
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
01:08PMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$831One-way
0 transfers
West Midlands Railway
04:36PM3h32
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
08:08PMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$841One-way
0 transfers
West Midlands Railway
07:22AM3h16
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
10:38AMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$861One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
07:47AM2h32
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
10:19AMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$1081One-way
0 transfers

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

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Avanti West Coast10:21AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)2h47 01:08PM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands Railway07:22AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)3h16 10:38AM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast07:47AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)2h32 10:19AM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)0 transfersDirect
Cross Country07:03AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)3h22 10:25AM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast10:11PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)4h19 02:30AM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

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Fastest Journey

2 h 32 m

Average

3 h 18 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

188 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Avanti West Coast
07:47AM2h32
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
10:19AMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$1081One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
10:21AM2h47
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
01:08PMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$831One-way
0 transfers
West Midlands Railway
07:22AM3h16
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
10:38AMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$861One-way
0 transfers
Cross Country
07:03AM3h22
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
10:25AMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$1681One-way
0 transfers
West Midlands Railway
04:36PM3h32
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
08:08PMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$841One-way
0 transfers

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

distanceDistance117 miles (188 km)
durationAverage train duration2 h 32 min
priceAverage train ticket price$94 (€81)
frequencyTrain frequency31 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or Chiltern Railways

Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) cover the 117 miles (188 km) long route taking on average 2 h 32 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or Chiltern Railways. Normally, there are 31 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $94 (€81), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $47 (€40).

Train companies: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) trains

You can travel by train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains for as low as $39 (€34). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train information with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 32 min
  • Cheapest Price: $39
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 17 a day

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as $47 (€40) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is $94 (€81); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Birmingham New Street (BHM) is on average 2 h 32 min   for the 117 mile (188 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 4: 50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 10: 11 PM.
There are 31 trains a day from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or Chiltern Railways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or Chiltern Railways. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Birmingham New Street (BHM) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 11 PM.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Birmingham New Street (BHM) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 32 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train is February.
You have options as you can travel between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 2 different ways: train or bus.

Trains departing from Birmingham New Street

Distance from Birmingham New Street to city center
Distance from Birmingham New Street to city center
1.7 miles (2.7 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 15 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 30 - 23: 00
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Birmingham International Airport
9 miles (15 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
You can take a direct train for 10 minutes from the station to the airport with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands or CrossCountry.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
ATM
ATM
ATM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Taxis drop off with the'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi | Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Lockers
Lockers
You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M& S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Dining
Dining
All Bar One | Leon | Caffè Nero | Five Guys | Krispy Kreme | The Pasty Shop | Upper Crust | Wasabi | Starbucks | Hotel Chocolat
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Avis | British Rental Car
Information Desk
Information Desk
In the middle of the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.

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