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Compare bus and train for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW):
A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW) costing on average €30.
Other travel options to Hackney Wick (HKW) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 13m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (59m by train vs 1h 3m by car). Tickets start at around €30 compared to roughly €27 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 8:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h22 | 10:18 AM Hackney Wick (HKW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW) by bus or train
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Why should you book Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW) trains with Omio?
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 to find the best option for your trip from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:19, the last at 07:19. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 7:19 AM |
Last train 7:19 AM |
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Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Hackney Wick (HKW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Hackney Wick (HKW) 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 Hackney Wick (HKW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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