Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST)

Showing times and prices for Jun 25

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$31

Fastest journey

1 h 3 m

Average duration

1 h 12 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

40 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) without transferring at least once.

  • ThameslinkG28256+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
    5:49 AM1h15
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    7:04 AMLondon Fenchurch Street (FST)
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • ThameslinkW32953+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
    4:41 AM1h20
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    6:01 AMLondon Fenchurch Street (FST)
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • ThameslinkW45477+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
    5:46 AM1h03
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    6:49 AMLondon Fenchurch Street (FST)
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • ThameslinkW32962+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
    5:19 AM1h10
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    6:29 AMLondon Fenchurch Street (FST)
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • ThameslinkG28256+SouthernC82774+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
    5:50 AM1h14
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    7:04 AMLondon Fenchurch Street (FST)
    $361One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) 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 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $21.

Distance: 24 miles (40 km)

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Driving

$29

Average price

$8

Average price

Cheapest

$57

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 43m

Average total duration

2h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 16m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) is a bus with an average price of $8 (€7).

This is compared to other travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST):

A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) costing on average $29 (€24).

The fastest way to travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) is by train with an average journey time of 59m.

Other travel options to London Fenchurch Street (FST) take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and London Fenchurch Street (FST) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 17m faster (59m by train vs 1h 16m by car) and roughly $27 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($29 (€24) vs $57 (€47)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Thameslink.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) train times

The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Thameslink8:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h58
9:34 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)0 transfersDirect
Thameslink11:01 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h48
11:49 PM London Fenchurch Street (FST)0 transfersDirect
Thameslink11:42 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h53
12:35 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)0 transfersDirect
Thursday, June 25
ThameslinkW32953+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
4:41 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h20
6:01 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 transfer
ThameslinkW32962+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
5:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h10
6:29 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 transfer
ThameslinkW45477+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street5:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h03
6:49 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)1 transfer
ThameslinkG28256+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
5:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h15
7:04 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 transfer
ThameslinkG28256+SouthernC82774+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
Delayed
5:15 AM 5:50 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
1h14
7:04 AM London Fenchurch Street (FST)		2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) trains with Omio?

Thameslink as well as Tube or Southern offer trains services from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).

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 Tube or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Tube or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST)

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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€18) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 47m.

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 (€5)
Distance
24 miles (40 km)
Average train duration
59m
Cheapest ticket price
$21 (€18)
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
47m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:42 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
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 (€5)

Train companies: Thameslink, Tube, Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) trainsThameslink, Tube, Southern trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and London Fenchurch Street (FST) from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
48m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€18)
Thameslink frequency
9 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
Family area
Learn more about Thameslink

Tube

About
The "Tube" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed "the Tube" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

Southern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€19)
Southern frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) 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 Fenchurch Street (FST), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $21 (€18), while the average price is around $29 (€24).
The train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) takes 47m and runs 9 per day.
The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) leaves at 12:01 AM.
The distance by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) is 24 miles (40 km).
The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) leaves at 11:42 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).
Yes, there is a direct train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST). This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).
The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) is by bus, with a cost of around $6 (€5).
The train journey from Gatwick Airport to London Fenchurch Street is not particularly scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Gatwick Airport to London Fenchurch Street is feasible. The journey takes 47m and covers 24 miles (40 km). Trains run frequently, with a frequency of 10 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).
Since neither Gatwick Airport (GTW) nor London Fenchurch Street (FST) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from London Fenchurch Street (FST) include Basildon, Leigh-on-Sea, Shoeburyness, South Benfleet, Westcliff-on-Sea.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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