The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 8 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Mon, Jun 29, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
6:02 PM2h46London Gatwick Airport8:48 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$361One-way0 transfers
7:43 AM4h02London Gatwick Airport11:45 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$371One-way0 transfers
10:13 PM3h28London Gatwick Airport1:41 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$521One-way0 transfers
8:46 AM2h41London Gatwick Airport11:27 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$721One-way0 transfers
5:11 AM3h40London Gatwick Airport8:51 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$791One-way0 transfers
8:46 AM2h41London Gatwick Airport11:27 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$721One-way0 transfers
6:02 PM2h46London Gatwick Airport8:48 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$361One-way0 transfers
7:55 AM2h53London Gatwick Airport10:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$831One-way0 transfers
8:30 AM3h21London Gatwick Airport11:51 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$911One-way0 transfers
10:13 PM3h28London Gatwick Airport1:41 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport 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 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m 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 London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A bus is $53 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average $73 (€60).
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 52m.
Tickets start at around $73 (€60) compared to roughly $63 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.80 (€-8.08). The journey takes 3h 5m versus 2h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L38517+ Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone+ C82261 | Delayed 11:38 AM 11:15 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h21 | 2:36 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
L38496+ C82985+ Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone | Delayed 12:00 PM 11:42 AMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h28 | 3:10 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€27) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€27) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 4:32 AM |
Last train 10:13 PM |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Chiltern Railways, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Chiltern Railways, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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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