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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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42

train journeys
per day

115

miles (185 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

8

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 42 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 42 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Gatwick Airport is approximately 115 miles (185 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs.

West Midlands Trains, Southern, Thameslink, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Gatwick Airport.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:30
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:50
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:38
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:47
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:47
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:17
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:47
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:47
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:47
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Clapham Junction station, St John's Hill, Clapham, Greater London, SW11 2QP
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Stations and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 42 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

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

Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations 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 Stations & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 42 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, Southern, Thameslink, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Gatwick Airport.

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