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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$30

Fastest journey

59 m

Average duration

59 m

Trains per day

Distance

39 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for London Waterloo (WAT) on Sat, Jul 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .

On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.

07:06AM0h59

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

08:05AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)

$291One-way

0 transfers

01:45PM1h00

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

02:45PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)

$301One-way

0 transfers

01:46AM1h16

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

03:02AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)

$301One-way

0 transfers

08:16AM0h59

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

09:15AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)

$301One-way

0 transfers

04:19PM1h11

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

05:30PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)

$301One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €13.

Distance: 23 miles (38 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€24 Average price	€9 Average price Cheapest
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, July 11

Last updated at 6:41 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Y11170+L52319	On time 7:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h49	7:51 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y37184+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 7:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h59	8:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28669+L50486	On time 7:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h50	8:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36841+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	7:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h59	8:15 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36049+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	7:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h11	8:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28877+L51255	On time 7:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h48	8:13 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y11150+L52326	On time 7:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h51	8:23 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36997+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 7:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h59	8:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28674+L50496	On time 7:43 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h50	8:33 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36845+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	7:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h59	8:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36053+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 7:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h11	9:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28881+L51261	On time 7:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h48	8:43 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28398+L47472	On time 8:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h48	8:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28679+L52650	On time 8:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h47	9:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36850+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 8:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h59	9:15 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36057+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 8:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h11	9:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28886+L48020	On time 8:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h45	9:11 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28403+L51772	On time 8:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h45	9:17 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y37009+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 8:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h59	9:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28683+L52651	On time 8:43 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h47	9:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36854+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 8:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h59	9:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36061+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 8:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h11	10:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28891+L51273	On time 8:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h44	9:40 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28408+L49500	On time 9:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h50	9:52 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y37015+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 9:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h59	10:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28688+L46717	On time 9:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h47	10:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36065+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 9:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h11	10:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y11172+L51279	On time 9:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h44	10:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28413+L51783	On time 9:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h46	10:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y37021+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 9:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h59	10:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28692+L50536	On time 9:43 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h48	10:31 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36864+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 9:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h59	10:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y36069+Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo	On time 9:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h11	11:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y28901+L51285	On time 9:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h44	10:40 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer
Y11153+L47494	On time 10:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0h47	10:49 AM London Waterloo (WAT)	1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT)

United Kingdom

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.

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 $8 (€6)

Distance

23 miles (38 km)

Average train duration

46m

Cheapest ticket price

$16 (€13)

Trains per day

Fastest train

45m

First train

00:46

Last train

20:06

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $8 (€6)

Train companies: Thameslink and Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains

You can travel by train between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and London Waterloo (WAT) with Thameslink and Southern for as low as $19 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

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. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Train information from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 59 min
Cheapest Price: $19

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Train information from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) with Southern:

Average Duration: 1 h 1 min
Cheapest Price: $40
Southern frequency: 18 a day

FAQs: Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT)

FAQs: Travel by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT).

Cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) can start from as little as $20 (€16) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) is $29 (€23); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) train travel time is 47 min for the 24 mile (38 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 12: 46 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 11: 21 PM.

There are 10 trains a day from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) which require at least one change with Thameslink or Southern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT), you can count on Thameslink or Southern for the best way to get you to London Waterloo (WAT). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and London Waterloo (WAT) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 21 PM.

A day trip to London Waterloo (WAT) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) is worth doing with a journey time of 47 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT) is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Waterloo (WAT) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) including taking a bus or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Crawley

London

Gatwick Airport Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Gatwick Railway Station, Gatwick Airport, Crawley, RH6 0RD, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Lockers

Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.

Parking

Car Park: Airport Car Park

Dining

Costa Coffee
KFC
McDonald's

Taxis

Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex

Accessibility

Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.

Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Hilton London Gatwick Airport
Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms

Ticket Office

24/7

Car Rental

Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.

Information Desk

Located inside the main terminal.

Public transit options for Gatwick Airport

Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
Onward travel information: Available from airport.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station

Gatwick Airport Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Gatwick Railway Station, Gatwick Airport, Crawley, RH6 0RD, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Lockers

Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.

Parking

Car Park: Airport Car Park

Dining

Costa Coffee
KFC
McDonald's

Taxis

Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex

Accessibility

Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.

Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Hilton London Gatwick Airport
Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms

Ticket Office

24/7

Car Rental

Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.

Information Desk

Located inside the main terminal.

Public transit options for Gatwick Airport

Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
Onward travel information: Available from airport.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station