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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London 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 to London Gatwick Airport will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 6 trains that leave London for London Gatwick Airport on Fri, Jan 02, 6 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 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Fri, Jan 02 the slowest trains will take 43 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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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London 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 35m. 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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1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London 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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| 5:35 PM London | 0h29 | 6:04 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, January 2 | |||||
| G83644 | On time 8:00 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0h47 | 8:47 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X02393 | On time 8:05 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h33 | 8:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W59508 | On time 8:05 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0h29 | 8:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G84453 | On time 8:15 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0h29 | 8:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X13709 | On time 8:16 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h33 | 8:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X16777 | On time 8:21 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0h43 | 9:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from London to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from London to London Gatwick Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:40, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 29m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 02:40 |
Last train 22:31 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express from London to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London 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 to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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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