- Recommended
Gatwick Aviation Museum
Volunteer-run museum near the airport with British aircraft, cockpits, and aviation exhibits. A good specialist stop for plane enthusiasts during a layover or airport-area stay.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fratton (FTN) 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 Fratton (FTN) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 9 trains that leave Fratton (FTN) for London Gatwick Airport on Sun, Jun 28, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 28 the direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Sun, Jun 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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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C93235 · G26405
C93229 · G26398
C93240 · G26412
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C82544_C82369
C82564_C82389
C82534
C82523_C82351+
L83881Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fratton (FTN) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $24.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $31 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fratton (FTN) to London Gatwick Airport:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Fratton (FTN) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $31 (€26).
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fratton (FTN) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $33 (€28).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 44m.
Bus takes on average 1h 45m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Southern, Southern.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Fratton (FTN) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C82523_C82351+ L83881 | 6:52 AM Fratton (FTN) | 1h48 | 8:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
C93225 · G26391 | 7:22 AM Fratton (FTN) | 2h05 | 9:27 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
C82534 | 7:56 AM Fratton (FTN) | 1h46 | 9:42 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C93229 · G26398 | 8:22 AM Fratton (FTN) | 2h05 | 10:27 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
C82544_C82369 | 9:09 AM Fratton (FTN) | 1h33 | 10:42 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C93235 · G26405 | 9:22 AM Fratton (FTN) | 2h05 | 11:27 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
C82554_C82379 | 10:09 AM Fratton (FTN) | 1h33 | 11:42 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C93240 · G26412 | 10:22 AM Fratton (FTN) | 2h05 | 12:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
C82564_C82389 | 11:09 AM Fratton (FTN) | 1h33 | 12:42 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Fratton (FTN) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fratton (FTN) 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.

Most Fratton (FTN) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Fratton (FTN) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Fratton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Fratton.
Wi-Fi is available at Fratton.
Ticket office support is available at Fratton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fratton: Parking, WC.
Available at Fratton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fratton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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