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

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30

train journeys
per day

111

miles (179 kms)

3hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham International , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International is approximately 111 miles (179 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 54 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:11
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:32
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:59
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:36
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:06
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:19
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:19
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:36
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:06
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:36
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:29
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    13:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:36
    4 hrs 2 changes
    14:36
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:29
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    14:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:29
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    15:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:36
    4 hrs 2 changes
    16:36
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:29
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    16:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:29
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    17:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:06
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    18:36
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:06
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    19:36
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:29
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    19:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham International
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham International

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham International

The travel time between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham International by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham International vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Gatwick Airport & Birmingham International. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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