The cheapest and fastest trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) 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 London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 6 trains that leave London Blackfriars (BFR) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Sun, Dec 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 49 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.
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G83633Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 40 km
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1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:59 PM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h35 | 10:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:09 PM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h40 | 10:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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W60380 | On time 7:00 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h38 | 7:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W60011 | On time 7:02 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h55 | 7:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G84605 | On time 7:07 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0h35 | 7:42 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G83633 | On time 7:19 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0h49 | 8:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W60382 | On time 7:30 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h40 | 8:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G84609 | On time 7:37 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0h36 | 8:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 35m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 22:37 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Blackfriars (BFR) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Blackfriars (BFR) 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.

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