The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$153
Average price
$172
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $153.
It's difficult to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) without transferring at least once.
W60109+
P51546 · P10669+
W02058
G84443+
Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+
W02058
P22874+
C75387
W60446+
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+
W02966
W60446+
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+
W02966
G84443+
Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+
W02058
W60109+
P51546 · P10669+
W02058
P22874+
C75387Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
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$111 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W60109+ P51546 · P10669+ W02058 | On time 6:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h14 | 9:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
W60446+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W02966 | On time 6:28 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h28 | 8:56 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G84443+ Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+ W02058 | On time 6:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h41 | 9:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
P22874+ C75387 | On time 7:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h18 | 10:18 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Southern, Chiltern Railways or Great Western Rail to find the best option for your trip from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 16:02. The fastest train covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 16:02 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Mon |
Least busy day Sat |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Southern, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Rail, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Trains, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Southern, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Rail, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Trains, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $11 (€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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- 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
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- 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
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the 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.
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