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Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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31

train journeys
per day

111

miles (179 kms)

3hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

06:13 / 23:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham International and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport is approximately 111 miles (179 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 44 mins.

GWR, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham International and Gatwick Airport.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:13
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:26
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:25
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:28
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:43
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:04
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:28
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    15:04
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:46
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    16:04
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:33
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:04
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    17:25
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:31
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    18:04
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    18:25
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:33
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    19:04
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    19:25
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:33
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    20:04
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International to Gatwick Airport

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham International and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Birmingham International and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham International and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:28.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham International and Gatwick Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birmingham International and Gatwick Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birmingham International & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham International and Gatwick Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham International and Gatwick Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.