The cheapest and fastest trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 8 trains that leave London Blackfriars (BFR) for London Gatwick Airport on Fri, Jan 02, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 02 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Fri, Jan 02 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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Compare train and bus for London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Gatwick Airport 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 42m. 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: 39 km
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Live departures
London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday, January 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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X16486 | On time 7:18 PM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h51 | 8:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X16472 | On time 7:29 PM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h35 | 8:04 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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G83640 | On time 7:24 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h52 | 8:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G84449 | On time 7:39 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h35 | 8:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X16778 | On time 7:45 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h49 | 8:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W59508 | On time 7:59 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h35 | 8:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G84453 | On time 8:09 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h35 | 8:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
X16777 | On time 8:15 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h49 | 9:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G83648 | On time 8:24 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h52 | 9:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W59511 | On time 8:29 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h35 | 9:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Gatwick Airport by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 20:24. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 29m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 20:24 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Blackfriars (BFR) and London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Blackfriars (BFR) to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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