What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC is to bus which costs £16 - £70 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham NEC?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Birmingham International via Victoria station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Birmingham NEC is 134 miles. The road distance is 138.4 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £45 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC train from?

Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £70 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC?

Book your Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham Internationaltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 7m
£46–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 210
3h 59m
£16–70
Drive 137.6 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NECcar 137.6 mi
2h 22m
£34–48
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham Internationaltrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 44m
£68–114

Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC by bus and foot

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Distance: 133.7 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham NEC via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham International in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 3h 45m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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