London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

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Cheap train tickets from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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Cheapest

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

Southern
02:52PM0h57
London Charing Cross (CHX)
03:49PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$291One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
11:32PM0h50
London Charing Cross (CHX)
12:22AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$291One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
01:40AM0h53
London Charing Cross (CHX)
02:33AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
10:27AM0h47
London Charing Cross (CHX)
11:14AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
02:27PM0h47
London Charing Cross (CHX)
03:14PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$301One-way
0 transfers

London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Thameslink01:40AM London Charing Cross (CHX)0h53 02:33AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Thameslink02:27PM London Charing Cross (CHX)0h47 03:14PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Southern02:52PM London Charing Cross (CHX)0h57 03:49PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Thameslink11:32PM London Charing Cross (CHX)0h50 12:22AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect
Thameslink10:27AM London Charing Cross (CHX)0h47 11:14AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for Oct 11

Fastest Journey

35 m

Average

47 m

Trains per day

14

Distance

39 km

Of the 14 trains that leave London Charing Cross (CHX) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Thameslink
04:29AM0h35
London Charing Cross (CHX)
05:04AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
04:48AM0h46
London Charing Cross (CHX)
05:34AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
08:48AM0h46
London Charing Cross (CHX)
09:34AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
02:27PM0h47
London Charing Cross (CHX)
03:14PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
10:27AM0h47
London Charing Cross (CHX)
11:14AMGatwick Airport (GTW)
$301One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

distanceDistance24 miles (39 km)
durationAverage train duration35 min
priceAverage train ticket price$30 (€26)
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersThameslink, Southern or Gatwick Express

Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) cover the 24 miles (39 km) long route taking on average 35 min with our travel partners like Thameslink, Southern or Gatwick Express. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $29 (€25), but the average price of train tickets is $30 (€26).

Train companies: Thameslink, Southern and Gatwick Express from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains

For as little as $20 (€17) you can travel by train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Thameslink, Southern and Gatwick Express. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

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.

Thameslink from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train information:

  • Average Duration: 29 min
  • Cheapest Price: $20

FAQs: Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

FAQs: Travel by train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
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Cheap train tickets from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can start from as little as $29 (€25) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is $30 (€26); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train travel time is 35 min   for the 24 mile (39 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 4: 32 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 11: 32 PM.
For the route from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you can take a train with Thameslink, Southern or Gatwick Express. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between London Charing Cross (CHX) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 32 PM.
A day trip to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from London Charing Cross (CHX) is worth doing with a journey time of 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Charing Cross (CHX) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) including taking a train or bus.

Trains departing from London Charing Cross

Distance from London Charing Cross to city center
Distance from London Charing Cross to city center
0.3 miles (546 m)
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.
Amenities at station
ATM
ATM
Shopping
Shopping
Dining
Dining
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Avis Budget | Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
Information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Yes - from ticket office | Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Accessibility
Accessibility
Staff help available: Yes | Step free access coverage: Yes | Step free access note: Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers. | Accessible public telephones: On the central passage in the main concourse | Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the front of the station | Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station | Accessible ticket machines note: On the concourse in front of the ticket office. | Accessible toilets: Yes | Ramp for train access: Yes | Wheelchairs available: Yes | Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

Trains arriving to Gatwick Airport

Distance from Gatwick Airport to city center
Distance from Gatwick Airport to city center
29.3 miles (47.2 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
24/7
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
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
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
London Gatwick Airport
1 miles (1 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached from the station by public transit in 5 minutes via the inter-terminal shuttle.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
Located outside the station as well as on concourse.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
Lockers
Lockers
Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06: 00 until 18: 00.
Dining
Dining
Costa Coffee | KFC | McDonald's
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Enterprise | Alamo | Hertz | SIXT | Europcar | Avis
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located inside the main terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.

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