The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH)
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH) will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Elephant & Castle (EPH) on Sat, May 30, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest trains will take 51 m 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.
9:06 AM0h48London Gatwick Airport9:54 AMElephant & Castle (EPH)$221One-way0 transfers
5:19 AM0h51London Gatwick Airport6:10 AMElephant & Castle (EPH)$221One-way0 transfers
9:06 AM0h48London Gatwick Airport9:54 AMElephant & Castle (EPH)$221One-way0 transfers
5:19 AM0h51London Gatwick Airport6:10 AMElephant & Castle (EPH)$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. 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 $8, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH):
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH) costing on average $23 (€18).
Other travel options to Elephant & Castle (EPH) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 58m.
The journey is about 45m faster (46m by train vs 1h 31m by car) and roughly $7 (€5) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($23 (€18) vs $29 (€23)). 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
London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:19 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0h51 | 6:10 AM Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:06 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0h48 | 9:54 AM Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:19, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 48m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 4:19 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
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Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Elephant & Castle (EPH) from $8 (€6). 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 Elephant & Castle (EPH)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Elephant & Castle (EPH) 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 Elephant & Castle (EPH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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