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Gatwick Express
About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.
Popular routes
Gatwick Express train tickets
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Gatwick Express
07:39PM1h02
Brighton08:41PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
€311One-way
0 transfers
Gatwick Express
12:39PM1h02
Brighton01:41PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
€311One-way
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Gatwick Express
07:36AM1h05
Brighton08:41AMLondon Victoria (VIC)
€431One-way
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Gatwick Express
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Gatwick Express has been running direct train services from London Victoria Station to Gatwick since 1984. It is considered the fastest train service to Gatwick Airport from Central London, and is the only non-stop option available.
The Gatwick Airport railway station first opened in 1958, and was a stop on the line from London to Brighton only. However, as air travel increased in popularity (sorry, Greta) and the need for train transport to London Gatwick increased, faster services became a priority. It is currently run by Govia Thameslink Railway.
Gatwick Express: Train to Plane in 30 minutes
- Air conditioning
- Extra space for luggage
- Charging sockets
- Toilets
- Free Wi-Fi
- Gatwick Airport to London in less than 30 minutes
Popular Gatwick Express Routes
Gatwick Express travels non-stop between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport. It takes only 29 or 37 minutes to travel to the airport to the center of London, meaning you can continue your journey by national rail services, or by hopping on the London Victoria Line of the London Underground—getting you to your final destination safely.
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Gatwick Express ticket types
Gatwick Express offers three types of tickets:
Express Class Tickets
- Cheapest ticket option to Gatwick Airport
- Air-conditioned cars
- Refreshment trolley stocked with drinks and snacks
First Class Tickets
First Class offers plush, reclining seats, complimentary tea, coffee and water as well as an in-seat refreshment service, and a complimentary copy of The Telegraph.
Passengers who book their First Class Return tickets online also have the opportunity to access the No.1 Airport Lounge in either terminal at Gatwick.
Advanced Ticket
- Restricted to a certain time of day (not train)
- Cheapest ticket available
- If you miss the alloted train time, then you might need to buy another.
- Check you have the right ticket before starting your journey.
Gatwick Express FAQS
Can I exchange or refund my ticket?
If you do not collect your tickets at the station and use the Omio app instead—if you do not travel—Gatwick Express may refund your tickets if unused. There is a €10 administrative fee for refunding tickets as standard, but you may get the full refund if you do not travel. Speak with our Customer Care team for more details.
How much baggage can I bring?
In general, you can take as much luggage as you intend to fly with. There are dedicated luggage racks in Gatwick Express train carriages, along with under-seat storage for softer smaller items. There are double doors with extra space to enable travelers to alight and board the train with luggage with ease.
Can I get help with my luggage if I am disabled?
It is important to let the team know 1 day in advance so they can help you with your luggage if you have any mobility issues. Keep in mind that staff cannot help with very heavy bags and the luggage cannot be carried out of the station for you. The staff will help you board and alight the train.
I have a season ticket for London zone 1-6, can I use it?
If you are a season ticket holder for London zones 1-6 you can travel on the Tube, bus, DLR, overground, tram and any other trains that are in zone 1-6.
Gatwick Express: everything you need to know
How much are Gatwick Express tickets?
Gatwick Express single tickets for adults cost €28 at the station. A return for adults costs €42. Child tickets cost exactly half the price. An online discount of 10% is available.
When does Gatwick Express start?
The first Gatwick Express service of the day from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport is at 5:00 a.m. The first Gatwick Express service of the day from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria is at 5:51 a.m.
When does Gatwick Express stop?
he last Gatwick Express service of the day from London Victoria to Gatwick train station is at 11:30 p.m. The last Gatwick Express service of the day from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria is at 12:20 a.m.
The low-down on tickets and boarding:
Delay Repay
If the train is more than 15 minutes late (or more), then you may be entitled to compensation via the Delay Repay scheme with Gatwick Express.
Can I travel earlier or later than my booked train?
If you have an anytime ticket—yes. If you have an Advanced or Off-Peak train ticket you may be restricted to off-peak train times (avoiding rush hour). There are no restrictions when traveling on weekends or weekdays./div>
When will I receive my Gatwick Express train ticket?
If you are feeling more old-school, you can collect your paper tickets at the station. You will receive your eTicket within moments of booking. It comes in the form of a PDF which is sent straight away and can be printed or downloaded to your phone. Book with the Omio app and see how simple travel can be to the airport!
Popular Gatwick Express routes
London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
from €12
Direct trains available
0h31 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
- Thameslink
- Southeastern
- London Public Transportation (3)
- Gatwick Express
- Southern
London to Brighton train
from €10
Direct trains available
1h02 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
- Southern
- Thameslink
- Gatwick Express
London Gatwick Airport to Brighton train
from €8
Direct trains available
0h31 average duration
11trains per day
Served by
- Gatwick Express
- Southern
- Thameslink
London to London Gatwick Airport train
from €11
Direct trains available
0h29 average duration
17trains per day
Served by
- Thameslink
- Southern
- Gatwick Express
Brighton to London Gatwick Airport train
from €8
Direct trains available
0h30 average duration
11trains per day
Served by
- Southern
- Gatwick Express
- Thameslink
London Gatwick Airport to London Victoria (VIC) train
from €11
Direct trains available
0h31 average duration
13trains per day
Served by
- Gatwick Express
- London Public Transportation (3)
- Southern
- Thameslink
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Victoria (VIC) train
from €12
Direct trains available
0h31 average duration
11trains per day
Served by
- Gatwick Express
- London Public Transportation (3)
- Thameslink
- Southern
London Victoria (VIC) to London Gatwick Airport train
from €11
Direct trains available
0h31 average duration
13trains per day
Served by
- Southeastern
- Southern
- Gatwick Express
- Thameslink
London Victoria (VIC) to Brighton train
from €10
Direct trains available
0h58 average duration
11trains per day
Served by
- Southern
- Thameslink
- Gatwick Express
Brighton to London train
from €8
Direct trains available
1h01 average duration
13trains per day
Served by
- Thameslink
- Southern
- Gatwick Express
Gatwick Express FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with Gatwick Express: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more
Gatwick Express provides direct train services between London Victoria Station and Gatwick Airport.
Gatwick Express trains are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility, offering wheelchair spaces and staff assistance for boarding and alighting.
Refunds for Gatwick Express tickets are available according to the ticket conditions.
With Gatwick Express, there is no formal check-in process required; simply board the train with a valid ticket.
Yes, Gatwick Express provides compensation if you miss your connection due to a delay.
Refunds with Gatwick Express are usually processed within 20 working days, where Anytime tickets are fully refundable and Advance tickets are non-refundable.
Gatwick Express allows compensation requests to be submitted anytime, although specific refund options differ: Anytime tickets are fully refundable, whereas Advance tickets are non-refundable.
If your Gatwick Express train is delayed, you may be eligible for compensation if the delay affects your connecting journey.
For a Gatwick Express train delayed by over 120 minutes, passengers are eligible for compensation amounting to 50% of the single ticket price.
If your Gatwick Express train is delayed between 60-119 minutes, you are entitled to compensation equivalent to 25% of the single ticket price.
Gatwick Express trains depart from London Victoria.
On the Gatwick Express train, passengers can store their luggage in overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the end of carriages. The allowance includes 2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage.
Gatwick Express does not operate overnight trains.
When traveling with Gatwick Express, a passport is not required unless you are traveling internationally; it is primarily needed for identity verification if required for ticket collection or confirmation.
Yes, on Gatwick Express trains, small pets can travel for free. Dogs must be kept on a lead.
If your train is canceled with Gatwick Express, you are eligible for a full refund.
Refund policies for Gatwick Express depend on the ticket type; generally, anytime tickets are refundable with a potential admin fee, while advance tickets are non-refundable.
Gatwick Express trains are equipped with USB plug sockets, providing convenient charging options for passengers.
Subway tickets cannot be purchased on the Gatwick Express train.
Gatwick Express does not provide compensation for delays caused by weather or strikes.
Yes, Gatwick Express trains offer onboard WiFi for passengers to stay connected during their journey.
Gatwick Express does not offer quiet zones or family compartments on their trains.
station information and services
Most popular Gatwick Express train stations
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Victoria
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Brighton
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
Dining
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Car Rental
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
Information Desk
- Located inside the main terminal.
Public transit options for Gatwick Airport
- Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
- Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
- Onward travel information: Available from airport.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
Haywards Heath
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on all platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Preston Park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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