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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street

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46

train journeys
per day

117

miles (189 kms)

3hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

03:46 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Birmingham New Street

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On a typical weekday there are 46 scheduled rail journeys between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham New Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 46 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street is approximately 117 miles (189 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 50 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, GWR, CrossCountry, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham New Street.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:46
    4 hrs 2 changes
    07:46
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:41
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    08:18
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:11
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    08:51
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:49
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:49
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:49
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:15
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:49
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:36
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:49
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:29
    3 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    14:51
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:49
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:29
    3 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    15:51
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:49
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street

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 New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 New Street

The travel time between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham New Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham New Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 46 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

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

Amenities on trains between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham New Street 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 New Street. owever, there are 46 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, GWR, CrossCountry, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham New Street.

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