The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
21
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 $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) without transferring at least once.
W45452 · C227397:09 AM1h31Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:40 AMWoolwich Arsenal (WWA)$341One-way1 transfer
W45446 · C226818:09 AM1h31Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:40 AMWoolwich Arsenal (WWA)$341One-way1 transfer
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P888698:05 AM1h18Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:23 AMWoolwich Arsenal (WWA)$341One-way1 transfer
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P888779:06 AM1h17Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:23 AMWoolwich Arsenal (WWA)$341One-way1 transfer
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P888616:42 AM1h41Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:23 AMWoolwich Arsenal (WWA)$341One-way1 transfer
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P8888910:38 AM1h15Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:53 AMWoolwich Arsenal (WWA)$341One-way1 transfer
W45750+
P888779:06 AM1h17Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:23 AMWoolwich Arsenal (WWA)$341One-way1 transfer
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P889303:06 PM1h17Gatwick Airport (GTW)4:23 PMWoolwich Arsenal (WWA)$341One-way1 transfer
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P8888510:06 AM1h17Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:23 AMWoolwich Arsenal (WWA)$341One-way1 transfer
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P888819:36 AM1h17Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:53 AMWoolwich Arsenal (WWA)$341One-way1 transfer
Travel 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 $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA):
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 36m.
The journey is about 6m faster (56m by train vs 1h 2m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $31 (€25)). 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.
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 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45814+ P88861 | 6:42 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h41 | 8:23 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45452 · C22739 | 7:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h31 | 8:40 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
C02541+ P88865 | 7:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h18 | 8:53 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
C02539+ P88869 | 8:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h18 | 9:23 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45446 · C22681 | 8:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h31 | 9:40 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45821+ P88873 | 8:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h18 | 9:53 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45750+ P88877 | 9:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 10:23 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45762+ P88881 | 9:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 10:53 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45757+ P88885 | 10:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 11:23 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45785+ P88889 | 10:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h15 | 11:53 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45755+ P88893 | 11:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 12:23 PM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45803+ P88898 | 11:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 12:53 PM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45791+ P88903 | 12:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 1:23 PM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45772+ P88908 | 12:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 1:53 PM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45760+ P88913 | 1:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 2:23 PM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45771+ P88918 | 1:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 2:53 PM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45766+ P88922 | 2:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 3:23 PM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45800+ P88926 | 2:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 3:53 PM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45783+ P88930 | 3:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 4:23 PM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45788+ P88934 | 3:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 4:53 PM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1 transfer | |
W45773+ P88938 | 4:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 5:23 PM 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 11 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:41, the last at 16:06. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 3:41 AM |
Last train 4:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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 $6 (€5). 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.

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