The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) 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 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
It's difficult to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) without transferring at least once.
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G20039+
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Metro from Stratford (London) to Woolwich Arsenal
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Metro from Stratford (London) to Woolwich Arsenal
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P18691
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Y36978 · Y36462
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Metro from Stratford (London) to Woolwich ArsenalTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€22 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y36672+ G20039+ P07566+ Metro from Stratford (London) to Woolwich Arsenal | On time 6:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h19 | 8:21 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 3 transfers | |
Y36978 · Y36462 | On time 6:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 7:10 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
Y28086+ Y36672+ G20039+ P07566 | On time 6:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h08 | 8:21 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 4 transfers | |
Y36825+ P18691 | On time 6:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h03 | 7:19 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
Y37195+ G20044+ P07606+ Metro from Stratford (London) to Woolwich Arsenal | On time 6:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h17 | 8:49 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 3 transfers | |
Y36982 · Y36649 | On time 6:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 7:40 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 15:06. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 04:04 |
Last train 15:06 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern, Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) trainsThameslink, Southeastern, Southern trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) from $9 (€7). 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 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) 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 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
- 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
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
- 24/7
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
- Located inside the main terminal.
- 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
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
- 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
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
- 24/7
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
- Located inside the main terminal.
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 06:40 - 21:10 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: dry cleaner
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to both platforms via lifts from the DLR station. Stepped access to both platforms via booking hall and station overbridge. Step free access from Car Park to Platform 1 via side gate with call device.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis (Black cabs) are available from the taxi rank.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room On Platform 1 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 06:40 - 21:10 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: dry cleaner
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to both platforms via lifts from the DLR station. Stepped access to both platforms via booking hall and station overbridge. Step free access from Car Park to Platform 1 via side gate with call device.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis (Black cabs) are available from the taxi rank.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room On Platform 1 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside of the station
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