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Gatwick Airport to Birmingham: Coach transfers, bus timetables & cheap tickets
From £20.40 one-way*
Coach from Gatwick to Birmingham
Travel from Gatwick to Birmingham in as little as 3 hours 25 minutes from just Ā£20.40 one-way*, with up to 12 daily departures from both Gatwick terminals. Forget navigating London's rail connections or paying steep airport parking fees - step straight from the terminal onto your coach and relax all the way to Birmingham city centre.
Coach from Gatwick to Birmingham
Travel from Gatwick to Birmingham in as little as 3 hours 25 minutes from just Ā£20.40 one-way*, with up to 12 daily departures from both Gatwick terminals. Forget navigating London's rail connections or paying steep airport parking fees - step straight from the terminal onto your coach and relax all the way to Birmingham city centre.
Our coach from Gatwick to Birmingham calls at up to 8 stops along the route, including both Gatwick terminals, Heathrow Airport, Oxford, and Birmingham Airport (BHX) before arriving at Birmingham Coach Station in Digbeth. With pick-ups right at the terminal door, there's no dragging luggage through underground stations or across long car parks. Travelling alone? Your driver will help load and unload your bags, so there's no heavy lifting to worry about.
Every Gatwick to Birmingham coach ticket includes a guaranteed reserved seat, so you'll never be left without a spot on busy travel days. If your flight is delayed or your plans shift, our flexible ticket options keep things simple - Standard and Fully Flexible fares are both amendable, and our 3-hour travel window lets you board a similar service up to 3 hours either side of your booked departure. With coaches collecting you directly from the terminal door, it's a genuinely low-stress way to travel between Gatwick and Birmingham.
Secure our best value fares
The earlier you book your coach from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham, the better the fare. Our lowest prices go first, so booking in advance locks in great-value fares and lets you skip any queues on the day. Heading there and back? A return ticket saves you money compared to buying two singles.
Guarantee your seat
Our Gatwick Birmingham coaches are popular, especially during peak travel periods and school holidays. Booking ahead guarantees your reserved seat on the exact service you want, so there's no risk of missing out.
Total peace of mind
Plans change, especially around flights. If you need to adjust your journey, our 3-hour travel window lets you hop on a similar service running up to 3 hours before or after your booked departure. For even more flexibility, choose a Fully Flexible ticket, or add Change and Go to your booking for just Ā£5 one-way - letting you board any available service up to 12 hours either side of your original departure time.
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ā” Unrivalled frequency and fast transfers: Up to 12 coaches a day running from early morning through to late evening, with the fastest services completing the journey in just 3 hours 25 minutes from Gatwick Airport South Terminal
ā More stops and less walking: Our service calls at up to 8 stops between Gatwick and Birmingham, including both terminals, Heathrow, Oxford, and Birmingham Airport - far more convenient pick-up points than navigating between rail stations
ā Guaranteed comfort and onboard facilities: Every passenger gets a guaranteed reserved seat plus a generous luggage allowance, with free Wi-Fi, USB charging and power sockets at every seat, air conditioning, and an onboard toilet
š· Great value for every traveller: Fares start from just Ā£20.40 one-way*, with savings on return tickets, 33% off for groups of 4+, and no expensive airport car park charges to worry about
Gatwick to Birmingham journey information | |
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Fastest journey time | 3 hrs 40 mins |
Cheapest price | From Ā£20.40 * |
Distance (approx) | 242km |
No. of stops | 5 (other services use further stops) |
First & last journey daily | 6:40am/22:40pm (from Gatwick Airport North Terminal) |
Our Gatwick to Birmingham network
The 210 coach service towards Wolverhampton links London Gatwick Airport to Birmingham via Heathrow Airport, Oxford, and Birmingham Airport. Stops on the standard service include Gatwick Airport South Terminal, Gatwick Airport North Terminal, Heathrow Airport T5, Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station, Oxford Sandhills and Oxford Bus Station (select services), Birmingham Airport (BHX, also for the NEC), and Birmingham Coach Station in Digbeth. Select services extend beyond Birmingham to Bearwood, Dudley, and Wolverhampton Bus Station. Use our Journey Planner to check departure times for your preferred stop and view the full route map.
Need a coach to Gatwick airport from Birmingham? Our return Birmingham to Gatwick service runs just as frequently, connecting Birmingham Coach Station to both Gatwick terminals. You can also search for a coach to London Gatwick from Birmingham using our Journey Planner.
Gatwick to Birmingham route map
Return route
Routes to Birmingham
- Bristol to Birmingham
- CardiffĀ to Birmingham
- Edinburgh to Birmingham
- Glasgow to Birmingham
- HeathrowĀ to Birmingham
- LeedsĀ to Birmingham
- LeicesterĀ to Birmingham
- Liverpool to Birmingham
- London to Birmingham
- LutonĀ to Birmingham
- ManchesterĀ to Birmingham
- Manchester Airport to Birmingham
- Newcastle to Birmingham
- NottinghamĀ to Birmingham
- Oxford to Birmingham
- Stansted to Birmingham
Departing from Gatwick Airport
Finding your coach
Coaches from London Gatwick to Birmingham depart from both Gatwick Airport South Terminal and Gatwick Airport North Terminal. Follow the signs for coach services once you clear arrivals. The first service leaves Gatwick South Terminal at 06:00, with departures running throughout the day until our last evening service from the North Terminal. Visit our Gatwick North Terminal and Gatwick South Terminal pages for detailed stop locations and terminal facilities.
Track your coach in real-time
Use our Coach Tracker tool to see exactly where your driver is and when they'll arrive at your stop. It takes the guesswork out of waiting - especially useful after a long flight when you just want to know your coach is on its way.
Direct from the terminal door
Our coaches collect passengers directly from the terminal, so there's no need to catch a shuttle bus or walk to a distant pick-up point. Step outside arrivals, board your coach from Gatwick airport to Birmingham, and settle into your reserved seat for the journey ahead. Travelling as a family or group? You'll benefit from a generous luggage allowance and comfortable seats for everyone, and your driver will help load bags into the hold.
Planning your time
Allow plenty of time after landing for immigration, baggage collection, and reaching the coach stop - especially if you have checked luggage. If you do miss your booked service, you can still board the next available similar departure without the stress of rebooking from scratch.
Gatwick Airport and Birmingham facilities
While waiting at Gatwick, you'll find coffee shops, restaurants, and newsagents in both terminals to grab refreshments before your journey. When you arrive at Birmingham Coach Station in Digbeth, you're right in the heart of England's second city, with shopping districts, cultural attractions, and restaurants all within easy reach. Learn more at our Birmingham Coach Station page.
Frequently asked questions
We offer great-value fares on every Gatwick airport to Birmingham service. The best prices go to those who book early, so use our Journey Planner for live pricing on your travel date. Return tickets also save you money compared to buying two singles.
Yes. Whether you search for a bus from Gatwick airport to Birmingham, a Gatwick to Birmingham bus, or LGW to Birmingham, the direct service is our 210 coach route. Our vehicles are full-size coaches with leather seats, onboard toilets, Wi-Fi, and USB charging at every seat - a comfortable step up from a standard bus.
Our first departure leaves Gatwick Airport South Terminal at 06:00am, calling at the North Terminal shortly after. It's a great option for early-morning arrivals looking to reach Birmingham without a long wait. Use our Journey Planner to see exact arrival times at each stop along the route.
The last coach departs Gatwick Airport North Terminal at 22:40pm, arriving at Birmingham Coach Station at 02:20am. It's a popular choice for passengers on late-evening flights, removing the need to stay overnight at the airport or pay for an expensive taxi.
Journey times vary depending on the number of intermediate stops and traffic conditions, with the route covering approximately 242 km. Check our Journey Planner for exact timings on your preferred service.
Each passenger can store up to 2 medium suitcases or 1 large suitcase in the coach hold, plus 1 item of hand luggage in the cabin. All hold luggage goes beneath the coach, keeping the cabin clear and comfortable. Your driver will help load and unload your bags, which is especially handy if you're travelling solo.
We have fare types designed to give you flexibility. Both Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, though excess fees may apply on Standard tickets. You can also add Change and Go to your booking, which lets you board any available service up to 12 hours before or after your original departure for a small additional fee per journey. For more information, visit our tickets page or our Change and Go page.
It's one of the best alternatives. Unlike the train, which often requires a change in central London, our coach from London Gatwick to Birmingham runs direct with no interchange needed. You also get a generous luggage allowance stored in the hold, guaranteed reserved seats, and competitive fares that are typically lower than rail tickets. During planned or unplanned rail disruption, our coaches keep running as normal on the road network.
Yes - the 210 service calls at Birmingham Airport (BHX, also for the NEC) before continuing to Birmingham Coach Station in Digbeth. This makes it convenient if you're connecting between Gatwick airport and Birmingham airport or heading to the NEC.
Yes. Our coaches are fitted with free Wi-Fi, USB charging ports, and power sockets at every seat, so you can work, stream, or stay connected throughout the journey. We recommend downloading any essential files before departure in case the Wi-Fi signal varies on the move.
Coaches depart from stops at both Gatwick Airport South Terminal and North Terminal. Follow the signs for coach services from arrivals and you'll reach the boarding point in just a few minutes. For detailed maps and directions, check our Gatwick North Terminal and Gatwick South Terminal pages.
You can purchase tickets at the coach stop, but we strongly recommend booking online in advance to secure the best fares and guarantee your seat. Creating a free My Account removes the booking fee entirely and gives you the fastest checkout experience.
Fares exclude services via Luton AirportĀ
