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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Great Charles Street Queensway | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Birmingham Airport - BHX | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Great Charles Street Queensway | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Coach Station | No tags |
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Get from Gatwick to Birmingham
The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Gatwick and Birmingham?
Stops in Birmingham
- BMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
- C1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
- D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom - E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK - F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Birmingham by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Gatwick to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gatwick to Birmingham start from $17. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Gatwick to Birmingham?
The average bus travel time from Gatwick to Birmingham is 4h, covering a distance of 188 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Gatwick to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 88 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Gatwick to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Gatwick to Birmingham at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gatwick to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Gatwick to Birmingham generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Gatwick to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29875 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gatwick to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Gatwick to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gatwick to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Birmingham was searched and found on Mar 25, 2026 with a price of $17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gatwick to Birmingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $17 to $162 for a bus ticket from Gatwick to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2026-03-28.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
