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Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street, starting from €27.02 and averaging €38.26. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 28m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Wed, Sep 3
    From €66.79
  • Thu, Sep 4
    From €30.24
  • Fri, Sep 5
    From €44.36
  • Sat, Sep 6
    From €45.98
  • Sun, Sep 7
    From €48.97
  • Mon, Sep 8
    From €33.80
  • Tue, Sep 9
    From €27.02
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:46
Gatwick Airport
09:27
Birmingham New Street
2h 41m, Changes requiredThameslinkAvanti West Coast
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06:46
Gatwick Airport
10:18
Birmingham New Street
3h 32m, Changes requiredThameslinkChiltern Railways
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07:00
Gatwick Airport
10:51
Birmingham New Street
3h 51m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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07:02
Gatwick Airport
09:48
Birmingham New Street
2h 46m, Changes requiredSouthernAvanti West Coast
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07:14
Gatwick Airport
10:27
Birmingham New Street
3h 13m, Changes requiredSouthernLondon OvergroundAvanti West Coast
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07:25
Gatwick Airport
09:56
Paris
2h 31m, Changes requiredSouthernAvanti West Coast
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Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:01
Last train
Last train
23:56
Departure station
Departure station
Gatwick Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham New Street
Journey time
Journey time
2h 28m
Distance
Distance
190 km
Price
Price
€27.02*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gatwick Airport to Birmingham New Street 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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