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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to London

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

€12

Average price

€21

Fastest journey

27 m

Average duration

28 m

Trains per day

40

Distance

39 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast trains

Of the 40 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for London on Sat, Jun 20, 40 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .

On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 28 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.

  • ThameslinkW45708
    9:14 AM0h50
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    10:04 AMLondon Bridge (LBG)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkC02689
    9:06 AM0h28
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    9:34 AMLondon Bridge (LBG)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkW45697
    9:16 AM0h28
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    9:44 AMLondon Bridge (LBG)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkC02687
    9:37 AM0h27
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    10:04 AMLondon Bridge (LBG)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • SouthernC82803
    9:32 AM0h35
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    10:07 AMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    171One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Gatwick Airport to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to London 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 1h 0m. 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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€17

Average price

€8

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1h 30m

Average total duration

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1h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 54m

Average total duration

1h 24m

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Thameslink

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Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to London train times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to London trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ThameslinkW32965
Delayed
5:45 PM 6:32 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
0h48
6:31 PM 6:31 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressG77337
Delayed
5:42 PM 6:40 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
0h31
7:11 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82448
On time
6:43 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h31
7:14 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45388
Delayed
6:10 PM 6:46 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
0h29
6:38 PM 6:38 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW32924
On time
6:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h41
7:30 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26456
On time
6:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
7:28 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26344
On time
7:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h34
7:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26351
On time
8:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h36
8:38 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45496
On time
8:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h48
8:50 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45572
On time
8:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h29
8:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressG77348
On time
8:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h31
8:41 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82464
On time
8:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
8:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82464+ThameslinkW45496
On time
8:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h37
8:50 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
ThameslinkW32918
On time
8:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h41
9:00 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45469
On time
8:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h29
9:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW32909
On time
8:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h41
9:30 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26471
On time
8:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
9:28 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26357
On time
9:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h34
9:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW32983
Delayed
8:13 PM 9:02 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
0h48
9:00 PM 9:00 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45531
Delayed
8:44 PM 9:06 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
0h29
9:11 PM 9:11 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressG77354
On time
9:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h31
9:41 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82474
On time
9:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
9:45 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW32928
On time
9:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h41
10:00 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26474
On time
9:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
9:58 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82922
On time
9:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h34
10:06 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26370
On time
11:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h34
11:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45550
On time
11:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h29
11:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressG77366
On time
11:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h29
11:39 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82942
On time
11:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h40
12:06 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45589
On time
11:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h47
12:21 AM London Blackfriars (BFR)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45462
On time
11:35 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h01
12:36 AM London Blackfriars (BFR)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26113
On time
11:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h46
12:41 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
Saturday, June 20
ThameslinkW456787:18 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h51
8:09 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC026677:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h30
8:08 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressG772497:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
8:12 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC823417:43 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
8:15 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC027257:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h28
8:14 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG263847:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
8:28 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG262838:03 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h34
8:37 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC026208:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h28
8:34 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressG772548:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
8:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC823458:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
8:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW456538:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h52
9:06 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW457008:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h29
8:45 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG263868:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
8:58 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC827938:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h35
9:07 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC026238:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h28
9:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressG772578:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
9:12 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC823508:43 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
9:15 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG262889:03 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h34
9:37 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC026899:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h28
9:34 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressG772629:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
9:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC823559:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
9:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW457089:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h50
10:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW456979:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h28
9:44 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG263909:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
9:58 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC828039:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h35
10:07 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC026879:37 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h27
10:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressG772659:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
10:12 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC823599:43 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
10:15 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG2629310:03 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h34
10:37 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC0267410:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h28
10:34 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressG7727010:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
10:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC8236410:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
10:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW4566410:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h50
11:04 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW4570410:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h28
10:44 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG2629911:03 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h34
11:37 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC0261611:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h28
11:34 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressG7727811:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
11:42 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC8237411:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h32
11:45 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW4566511:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h50
12:04 PM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkC0274211:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h28
11:44 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to London trains with Omio?

Thameslink as well as Southern, Gatwick Express, Southern and more offer trains services from London Gatwick Airport to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Gatwick Airport to London.

Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern, Gatwick Express or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to London.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to London.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern, Gatwick Express or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to London.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to London

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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.

There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 29m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Distance
39 km
Average train duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Trains per day
15
Direct trains
14
Fastest train
29m
First train
5:02 AM
Last train
11:35 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6

Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express from London Gatwick Airport to London trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and London from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29m
Cheapest Price
€11
Southern frequency
6 a day
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
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29m
Cheapest Price
€12
Thameslink frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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
Average Duration
31m
Cheapest Price
€21
Gatwick Express frequency
2 a day
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.

FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport to London can start from as little as €11 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport to London is €17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London Gatwick Airport to London is 29m to travel the 39 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London Gatwick Airport to London leaves at 5:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London Gatwick Airport to London leaves at 11:35 PM.
Yes,there are 14 direct trains a day from London Gatwick Airport to London with Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express, Southern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London Gatwick Airport to London, you can count on Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express, Southern for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London Gatwick Airport and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from London Gatwick Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 29m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London Gatwick Airport to London is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport and London including taking a bus and train.

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