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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for London Waterloo (WAT) on Thu, Dec 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the slowest trains will take 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 39 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€24 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W57476+ L76630 | On time 8:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h49 | 8:51 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| P41192_W60024+L75121 | On time 8:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h50 | 9:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
G84455+ Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo | On time 8:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 9:15 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, December 18 | |||||
| 4:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h48 | 5:26 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h01 | 6:17 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 8:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 46m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 01:45 |
Last train 22:06 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and London Waterloo (WAT) from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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