London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) train

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Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR)

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
Thameslink
G50533
08:16AM0h35
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
08:51AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Thameslink
G54038
08:18AM0h48
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:06AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Thameslink
G50876
08:06AM0h35
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
08:41AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Thameslink
G54421
08:01AM0h55
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
08:56AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Thameslink
G50689
08:36AM0h35
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:11AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
$231One-way
0 transfers

Train schedule from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 12
Thameslink
G54421
08:01AM0h55
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
08:56AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
0 transfers
Thameslink
G50876
08:06AM0h35
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
08:41AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
0 transfers
Thameslink
G50533
08:16AM0h35
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
08:51AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
0 transfers
Thameslink
G54038
08:18AM0h48
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:06AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
0 transfers
Thameslink
G50354
08:32AM0h54
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:26AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
0 transfers
Thameslink
G50689
08:36AM0h35
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:11AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
0 transfers

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Fastest train times from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR)

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Fastest Journey

35 m

Average

43 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

39 km

Of the 6 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for London Blackfriars (BFR) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Thameslink
G50533
08:16AM0h35
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
08:51AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Thameslink
G50876
08:06AM0h35
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
08:41AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Thameslink
G50689
08:36AM0h35
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:11AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
G54038
08:18AM0h48
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:06AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
G50354
08:32AM0h54
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:26AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)
$231One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR)

distanceDistance24 miles (39 km)
durationAverage train duration34 min
priceAverage train ticket price$20 (€17)
frequencyTrain frequency22 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 22 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersThameslink or Southern

Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) cover the 24 miles (39 km) long journey taking on average 34 min with our travel partners like Thameslink or Southern. Normally, there are 22 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $20 (€17), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $11 (€10).

Train companies: Thameslink and Southern from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) trains

Thameslink and Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Blackfriars (BFR) from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) train information with Southern:

  • Average Duration: 55 min
  • Cheapest Price: $36
  • Southern frequency: 9 a day

FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR)

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) 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 Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) can start from as little as $11 (€10) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) is $20 (€17); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Blackfriars (BFR) is on average 34 min   for the 24 mile (39 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to London Blackfriars (BFR) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) leaves at 5: 16 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) leaves at 10: 35 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) without having to change trains with Thameslink. There are 22 direct trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the route from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) you can take a train with Thameslink or Southern. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 35 PM.
A day trip to London Blackfriars (BFR) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing with a journey time of 34 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) by train is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Blackfriars (BFR) including taking a train or bus.

Trains arriving to London Blackfriars

Distance from London Blackfriars to city center
Distance from London Blackfriars to city center
1.4 miles (2.2 km)
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
ATM
ATM
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: YES
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Newsagent
Dining
Dining
Accessibility
Accessibility
Staff help available: Yes | Step free access coverage: Yes | Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms iva lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. | Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station | Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details | Accessible toilets: Yes | Ramp for train access: Yes | Wheelchairs available: Yes | Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed | Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

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