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Compare bus and train for London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$28 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR):
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR) costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Christchurch station (CHR) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 37m.
Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR) by bus or train
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 15:09, the last at 15:09. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 3:09 PM |
Last train 3:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR) trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Christchurch station (CHR) from $21 (€17). 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 London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR) 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 Christchurch station (CHR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Christchurch station (CHR) trains use the London Waterloo to Christchurch station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Christchurch station (CHR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Christchurch from Christchurch city centre
Christchurch train station facilities and services
Christchurch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Christchurch.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Christchurch.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Christchurch.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Christchurch: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Christchurch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Christchurch: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance and car park to Platform 1 (for trains towards Weymouth). There is level access from Clarendon Road to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 475m via the street. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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