Trains from London to Gatwick Airport from $15.16*

Trains from London to Gatwick Airport from $15.16*

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London to Gatwick Airport Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London to Gatwick Airport? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $15.16, with average prices for this route around $30.47. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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00:32
London Blackfriars
01:22
Gatwick Airport
50m, DirectThameslink
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01:02
London Blackfriars
01:56
Gatwick Airport
54m, DirectThameslink
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01:40
London Blackfriars
02:30
Gatwick Airport
50m, DirectThameslink
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02:40
London Blackfriars
03:30
Gatwick Airport
50m, DirectThameslink
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03:40
London Blackfriars
04:30
Gatwick Airport
50m, DirectThameslink
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04:30
London Victoria
05:12
Paris
42m, DirectSouthern
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London to Gatwick Airport Train Route Details

The London to Gatwick Airport train ticket is from $15.16. The average travel time is 29m, covering a distance of approximately 38 mile. There are usually 308 daily trains provided by Thameslink,Southern,Gatwick Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

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First train
00:01
Last train
Last train
23:40
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Arrival station
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29m
Distance
Distance
38 mile
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$15.16*

London to Gatwick Airport Train Travel Guide

London to Gatwick Airport Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Gatwick Airport

Every day, up to 308 train depart from London and arrive in Gatwick Airport, with the shortest journey taking 29m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from London to Gatwick Airport

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from London to Gatwick Airport by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Network Railcard for South East England

To further enhance your savings on train travel in South East England, consider obtaining a Network Railcard. For a nominal annual fee, this railcard allows you to save 1/3 on most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether you're purchasing standard or off-peak tickets, the Railcard proves to be highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from London to Gatwick Airport cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

One of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets is to book in advance. Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from London to Gatwick Airport ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

London to Gatwick Airport train tickets: everything you need to know

There are various stations in Central London which work as suitable starting points for your journey from London to Gatwick Airport.

London Bridge is located in South East London, and is one of the major railway stations in Southwark. It provides around 161 regular train services to Gatwick Airport from Platform 4. This station is served by Southern, Southeastern, and Thameslink.

London Victoria is another main departure station in Central London, which provides around 353 regular train services to Gatwick Airport. It's served by Southern, Southeastern, Thameslink, and Gatwick Express and is well-connected to various destinations including Brighton, Gatwick Airport, Canterbury, Dover, and Kent. It also connects to the London Underground system, specifically the Victoria, District, and Circle lines.

A final station to consider is London St. Pancras International, located on Euston Road in the London Borough of Camden. It's served by East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southeastern, and Eurostar, as well as the London Underground system, with the Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Piccadilly, Northern, and Victoria lines. Around 170 trains run from London St. Pancras International to Gatwick Airport daily.

Duration time for trains from London to Gatwick Airport can vary depending on which stop they arrive into, the service provider and how many stops they are making. For example, the fastest route from London Bridge to Gatwick takes approximately 29 minutes with only one stop, while the slower route takes almost 50 minutes with around nine stops. There are also routes which include a change at East Croydon.

Similarly, the faster route from London Victoria takes around 30 minutes, and the slower route takes around an hour and 15 minutes with two changes at London Charing Cross and London Bridge. An alternative route which takes a little longer is the one from London St. Pancras International, which takes between 44 minutes to just over an hour depending on the number of stops.

Following your journey, you'll arrive at Gatwick Airport, the second-busiest airport in the UK. It is located in West Sussex, England, around 29.5 miles south of Central London, and the train station is located in the South Terminal of the airport. Gatwick Airport station is served by Southern, Gatwick Express, Thameslink and Great Western Railway, and is well-connected to various destinations including Bedford, Peterborough, Reading, Cambridge, Brighton and Eastbourne.

First-class tickets

You can travel from London to Gatwick Airport in even greater comfort with First Class Tickets.

As this route is covered by multiple providers, it's best to check whether this is applicable for your specific journey when booking and what is included with the ticket. Depending on provider, this ticket may include:

  • The First Class lounge of your departing station (if available)
  • Wider seats with extra legroom for greater comfort onboard
  • Tables with plug and USB sockets – perfect for those using laptops
  • Enhanced Wi-Fi onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
  • A range of drinks and snacks, including teas, coffees, juices, sodas, biscuits, cakes and crisps.

For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.

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