The cheapest and fastest trains from Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hove (HOV) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Sat, Dec 27, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 27 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest trains will take 32 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 train and bus for Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 36 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€15 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:50 PM Hove (HOV) | 0h33 | 7:23 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, December 27 | |||||
![]() | 4:51 AM Hove (HOV) | 0h35 | 5:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:51 AM Hove (HOV) | 0h32 | 6:23 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:21 AM Hove (HOV) | 0h32 | 9:53 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:51 AM Hove (HOV) | 0h34 | 10:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:21 PM Hove (HOV) | 0h32 | 12:53 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 32m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 21:20 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Hove (HOV) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from €4. 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 Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hove (HOV) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes

