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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Birmingham is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Victoria station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Birmingham?

The distance between Gatwick and Birmingham is 142 miles. The road distance is 139 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Gatwick to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Gatwick to Birmingham bus arrive?

Gatwick to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Gatwick to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Birmingham is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Gatwick to Birmingham.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Gatwick to Birmingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Gatwick to Birmingham 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 New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 11m
£44–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210
4h 5m
£17–40
Drive 138.2 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Birminghamcar 138.2 mi
2h 32m
£35–50
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 4m
£65–108
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the train from Bicester North to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
5h 8m
£63–86

Gatwick to Birmingham by train and subway

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Distance: 141.4 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 4h 5m. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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