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Birmingham to Gatwick Airport Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham to Gatwick Airport? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 50.32, with average prices for this route around QAR 163.37. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, Jun 20
From QAR 50.32
Sat, Jun 21
From QAR 117.82
Sun, Jun 22
From QAR 63.82
Mon, Jun 23
From QAR 51.55
Tue, Jun 24
From QAR 89.84
Wed, Jun 25
From QAR 132.30
Thu, Jun 26

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:15 Birmingham Moor Street	08:25 Gatwick Airport	3h 10m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:30 Birmingham New Street	08:08 Gatwick Airport	2h 38m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:45 Birmingham Moor Street	09:00 Gatwick Airport	3h 15m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:50 Birmingham New Street	08:30 Gatwick Airport	2h 40m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:03 Birmingham New Street	09:26 Gatwick Airport	3h 23m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:07 Birmingham New Street	08:49 Paris	2h 42m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham to Gatwick Airport Train Route Details

First train

05:15

Last train

23:41

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Gatwick Airport

Journey time

2h 32m

Distance

119 miles

Price

QAR 50.32*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Gatwick Airport

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Gatwick Airport can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Gatwick Airport for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Birmingham to Gatwick Airport, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Gatwick Airport ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to Gatwick Airport Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

Trains from Birmingham to Gatwick Airport from QAR 50.32

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Birmingham to Gatwick Airport Train prices and times

Birmingham to Gatwick Airport Train Route Details