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Trains from Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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41

train journeys
per day

117

miles (189 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham New Street and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport is approximately 117 miles (189 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 59 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:30
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:50
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:38
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:47
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:47
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:17
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:47
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:47
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:47
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:21
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Gatwick Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Gatwick Airport

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham New Street and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Birmingham New Street and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham New Street and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

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

Amenities on trains between Birmingham New Street and Gatwick Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birmingham New Street & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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