Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the kind and helpful staff. They appreciated the polite and sensible driver, as well as a smooth ride that was comfortable and arrived on time. Overall, these reviews reflect satisfaction with both service quality and punctuality.
National Express Gatwick Birmingham recent customer reviews
The bus shook quite a lot during the trip and arrived 15 minutes later. Toilet was dirty and unflushed.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Bibigul I.
I was met by kind staff and helped out as I haven't traveled on a coach for the last 25/30years. The driver was very polite and a sensible driver. All in all a good trip.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Firdaus U.
The evening of our travel was very cold and unfortunately the heating was not working on the coach. It was blowing cold air. On the half way point when most of the passengers started complaining, National Coach driver decided to rectify the problem. It took a little while to fix whatever the problem was. From then on the journey was more comfortable.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 MX$234. The average price for this route is around MX$701. 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 trip duration from Gatwick to Birmingham is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 116 miles (187 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 86 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 4.658475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 29884 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gatwick to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Gatwick to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
04/20
MX$278
04/21
MX$278
Today
MX$267
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MX$246
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MX$293
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MX$235
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MX$189
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The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Birmingham was searched and found on Apr 26, 2026 with a price of MX$189
To 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 MX$189 to MX$2,032 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 MX$189 which is on 2026-04-26.
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.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Birmingham was searched and found on Apr 26, 2026 with a price of MX$189
