🚌 Bus from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham
2 direct routes · about 260 min · first bus 06:00, last bus 23:25 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 210 | National Express | ~260 min | 16 | 06:00 | 23:25 | South Terminal Bus Station (N-bound) |
| UK920 | FlixBus | ~240 min | 13 | 05:20 | 22:50 | South Terminal Coach Station (Stand 6) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Gatwick Airport on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham?
2 routes run directly from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham: the 210 (National Express), the UK920 (FlixBus).
How long does the bus take from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham?
Around 260 minutes on the 210, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 210) leaves around 06:00 and the last around 23:25. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Gatwick Airport to Birmingham?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.