How far is Gatwick from Birmingham by coach?

The journey from Birmingham to Gatwick by coach covers an approximate distance of 117 miles (189 km).

Is there a way to reach Gatwick from Birmingham without a car?

You can reach Gatwick from Birmingham by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus from Birmingham to Gatwick from £8 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Gatwick on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:15	Coach Station	5h 30m	23:45	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	17:15	Birmingham Airport - BHX	3h 15m	20:30	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	Fastest
Bus	14:45	Coach Station	3h 55m	18:40	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	No tags
Bus	14:45	Coach Station	3h 55m	18:40	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	No tags
Bus	14:45	Coach Station	3h 55m	18:40	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Gatwick on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	Coach Station	3h 25m	05:25	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	Cheapest
Bus	01:15	Birmingham Airport - BHX	3h	04:15	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	Fastest
Bus	00:50	Coach Station	3h 25m	04:15	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	No tags
Bus	00:50	Coach Station	3h 25m	04:15	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	No tags
Bus	00:50	Coach Station	3h 25m	04:15	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Gatwick on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:45	Coach Station	6h 10m	23:55	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	01:15	Birmingham Airport - BHX	3h	04:15	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	Fastest
Bus	00:50	Coach Station	3h 25m	04:15	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	No tags
Bus	00:50	Coach Station	3h 25m	04:15	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	No tags
Bus	00:50	Coach Station	3h 25m	04:15	Gatwick Airport (North), Furlong Way	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Gatwick

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

117 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£12 - £79	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £23	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting good customer service and safe journeys. The drivers are noted for being polite and helpful, contributing to a smooth journey that often arrives on time despite occasional regional traffic disruptions. Some users mentioned issues with inaudible announcements and non-functional power plugs but were generally satisfied overall.

National Express Birmingham Gatwick recent customer reviews

Power plug was not working. Driver’s announcement was not audible at all. Platform announcement speaker were not audible too. However bus journey was smooth and reached well on time.

Mukesh K C.

11 June 2024

I reach there at 9.45 and the driver just take off its bus I ask for hold but he not stop. I hv to take taxi and come to airport.

Suresh R.

3 March 2024

First I took uber to went on the address was on my ticket hagley road. Bus didn’t stop there. I took another uber went to bus station I missed my first bus at 11.55pm. Got another ticket for 2.45am for London. 100% not satisfied

Farrukh T.

29 June 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Gatwick?

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Stops in Gatwick

A - London Gatwick Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Gatwick

How far is Gatwick from Birmingham by coach?
The journey from Birmingham to Gatwick by coach covers an approximate distance of 117 miles (189 km).
Is there a way to reach Gatwick from Birmingham without a car?
You can reach Gatwick from Birmingham by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

£19

14/11

£24

Today

£24

16/11

£29

17/11

£11

18/11

£16

19/11

£11

20/11

£11

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Gatwick was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Gatwick as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £11 to £79 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-11-19.