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

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

Showing times and prices for Oct 14

Cheapest

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

Thameslink
07:16AM0h49
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
08:05AMLondon Charing Cross (CHX)
$191One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
08:46AM0h49
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
09:35AMLondon Charing Cross (CHX)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
07:18AM1h01
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
08:19AMLondon Charing Cross (CHX)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
07:06AM0h48
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
07:54AMLondon Charing Cross (CHX)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
02:49PM1h02
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
03:51PMLondon Charing Cross (CHX)
$301One-way
0 transfers

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

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Thameslink07:18AM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)1h01 08:19AM London Charing Cross (CHX)0 transfersDirect
Thameslink07:16AM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)0h49 08:05AM London Charing Cross (CHX)0 transfersDirect
Thameslink08:46AM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)0h49 09:35AM London Charing Cross (CHX)0 transfersDirect
Thameslink02:49PM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)1h02 03:51PM London Charing Cross (CHX)0 transfersDirect
Thameslink07:06AM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)0h48 07:54AM London Charing Cross (CHX)0 transfersDirect

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

Showing times and prices for Oct 14

Fastest Journey

48 m

Average

53 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

39 km

Of the 5 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for London Charing Cross (CHX) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Thameslink
07:06AM0h48
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
07:54AMLondon Charing Cross (CHX)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
07:16AM0h49
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
08:05AMLondon Charing Cross (CHX)
$191One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
08:46AM0h49
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
09:35AMLondon Charing Cross (CHX)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
07:18AM1h01
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
08:19AMLondon Charing Cross (CHX)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
02:49PM1h02
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
03:51PMLondon Charing Cross (CHX)
$301One-way
0 transfers

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

distanceDistance24 miles (38 km)
durationAverage train duration47 min
priceAverage train ticket price$28 (€24)
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersThameslink or Southern

Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) cover the 24 miles (38 km) long route taking on average 47 min with our travel partners like Thameslink or Southern. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $19 (€17), but the average price of train tickets is $28 (€24).

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

Thameslink, Southern and Gatwick Express trains will get you from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) from $19 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your 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 Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) train information:

  • Average Duration: 48 min
  • Cheapest Price: $19

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

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 Charing Cross (CHX).
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Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) can start from as little as $19 (€17) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) is $28 (€24); 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 Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) train time is 47 min   covering the 24 mile (38 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) leaves at 7: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) leaves at 8: 19 PM.
For the route from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) you can take a train with Thameslink or Southern. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Charing Cross (CHX) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 19 PM.
A day trip to London Charing Cross (CHX) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing with a journey time of 47 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) including taking a bus or train.

Trains arriving to 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

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