London to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train with Thameslink

Fri, May 15
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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for May 15

Cheapest price

€15

Average price

€20

Fastest journey

29 m

Average duration

29 m

Trains per day

135

Distance

39 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London 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 to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast trains

Of the 135 trains that leave London for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Fri, May 15, 134 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .

On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 29 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.

  • SouthernW60256
    12:24 PM0h31
    London Victoria (VIC)
    12:55 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    151One-way
    0 transfers
  • SouthernW60143
    12:35 PM0h33
    London Victoria (VIC)
    1:08 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    151One-way
    0 transfers
  • SouthernP25048
    12:16 PM0h33
    London Victoria (VIC)
    12:49 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    151One-way
    0 transfers
  • SouthernW60141
    12:05 PM0h33
    London Victoria (VIC)
    12:38 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    151One-way
    0 transfers
  • SouthernP25118
    7:16 PM0h32
    London Victoria (VIC)
    7:48 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
    151One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London 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 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 39 km

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Most popular
Train
Bus

€17

Average price

€8

Average price

Cheapest

1h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

57m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 34m

Average total duration

1h 4m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Thameslink

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

London to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ThameslinkW595825:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h30
6:05 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW60168
On time
5:35 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
6:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernP25713_P430655:38 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h58
6:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG84546
On time
5:45 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
6:14 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernP251045:46 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h35
6:21 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG83764
On time
11:00 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h44
11:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5962411:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
11:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW6019011:05 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h35
11:40 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW59498
On time
11:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h35
11:50 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernP2516411:16 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h42
11:58 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW5999611:26 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h43
12:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Friday, May 15
ThameslinkW597161:02 AM London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h54
1:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW596981:40 AM London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h50
2:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW59700
On time
2:40 AM London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h50
3:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW59702
On time
3:40 AM London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h50
4:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernW604444:30 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h42
5:12 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernP258344:35 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h51
5:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW59704
On time
4:40 AM London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h51
5:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW597065:01 AM London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h46
5:47 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP258565:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h40
5:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW592806:00 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h49
6:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG844376:15 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
6:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP258766:29 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
7:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG836346:30 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h49
7:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW595046:35 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
7:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW600186:35 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h35
7:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG844416:45 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
7:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW602056:46 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h32
7:18 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP258846:59 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
7:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG836377:00 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h49
7:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW595057:05 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
7:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW600207:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h35
7:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernP25614_P429537:08 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h00
8:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW594957:15 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
7:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW602087:24 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h32
7:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP258927:29 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
8:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG836407:30 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
8:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW595067:35 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
8:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW601187:35 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
8:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW594937:40 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
8:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG844497:45 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
8:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW604517:46 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
8:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW602127:54 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
8:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP258977:59 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
8:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG836448:00 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h47
8:47 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW595088:05 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
8:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW601208:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
8:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernP25620_P429678:08 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h58
9:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG844538:15 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
8:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW604558:16 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
8:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW594138:21 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h49
9:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW602168:24 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h32
8:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW596288:25 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
8:54 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP259058:29 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
9:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG836488:30 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h47
9:17 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW595118:35 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
9:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW594948:41 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h40
9:21 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG844578:45 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
9:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW604608:46 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
9:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW594158:51 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h43
9:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW602208:54 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
9:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP259138:59 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
9:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG836529:00 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
9:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW595159:05 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
9:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW601259:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
9:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG844629:15 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
9:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW604649:16 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
9:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW59417+SouthernW602269:21 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h34
9:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 transfer
SouthernW602269:24 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
9:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP259219:29 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
10:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG836569:30 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
10:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW595189:35 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
10:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW601289:35 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
10:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG844669:45 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
10:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW604709:46 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
10:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW594199:51 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h43
10:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW602309:54 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
10:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP259299:59 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
10:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG8366010:00 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
10:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5952210:05 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
10:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG8447110:15 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
10:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW6047410:16 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
10:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5942210:21 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h43
11:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5962910:22 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h32
10:54 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW6023610:24 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h32
10:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP2593710:29 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
11:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5928610:30 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
11:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5952610:35 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
11:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW6013310:35 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
11:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG8447610:45 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
11:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernP2503410:46 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
11:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5942510:51 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h43
11:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW6024010:54 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
11:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP2594510:59 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
11:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG8366811:00 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
11:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5953011:05 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
11:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW6013611:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
11:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG8448111:15 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
11:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernP2503811:16 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
11:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5942811:21 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h43
12:04 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW6024611:24 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
11:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP2595311:29 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
12:00 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG8367211:30 AM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
12:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW6013811:33 AM London Victoria (VIC)
0h35
12:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG8367612:02 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h44
12:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5953812:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
12:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW6014112:05 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
12:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG8449112:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
12:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernP2504812:16 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
12:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5943412:21 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h43
1:04 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW6025612:24 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
12:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Gatwick ExpressP2596812:29 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h31
1:00 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG8368012:30 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
1:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW5954212:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
1:04 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW6014312:35 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
1:08 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG8449612:45 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
1:14 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG836922:00 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
2:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW595542:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
2:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW601512:05 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
2:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG845112:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
2:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernP250682:16 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
2:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW594462:21 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h43
3:04 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG837003:00 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
3:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW595623:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
3:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW601563:05 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
3:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG845213:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
3:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernP250783:16 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
3:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW594523:21 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h43
4:04 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG837165:00 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h46
5:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW595785:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h30
5:35 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernW601665:05 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h33
5:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernP25707_P430595:08 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h58
6:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG845415:15 PM London Bridge (LBG)
0h29
5:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
SouthernP250985:16 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0h35
5:51 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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Trains from London to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 18 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.

There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 20:30. 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
57m
Cheapest ticket price
€15
Trains per day
18
Direct trains
17
Fastest train
29m
First train
4:02 AM
Last train
8:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
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 to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London 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.

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
31m
Cheapest Price
€15
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
€17
Thameslink frequency
13 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
30m
Cheapest Price
€21
Gatwick Express frequency
7 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 to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 4:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 8:30 PM.
Yes,there are 17 direct trains a day from London to Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express, Southern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Gatwick Airport (GTW), you can count on Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express, Southern for the best way to get you to Gatwick Airport (GTW). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Gatwick Airport (GTW) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from London 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 to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Gatwick Airport (GTW) including taking a train and bus.

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