The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport 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 London City Airport will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for London City Airport on Mon, Dec 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.








Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€20 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:13 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h23 | 8:36 AM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:19 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h17 | 8:36 AM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:06 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h12 | 10:18 AM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport by bus or train
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport trains with Omio?
Thameslink operates all train services from London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport. Omio is the only official third party seller for Thameslink tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- 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.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Thameslink tickets can only be bought on Omio or Thameslink's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Thameslink tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Thameslink tickets as they are not official sellers.
- 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 London City Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport run on average 24 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 20:46 |
Train companies: Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport trainsThameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and London City Airport from $9 (€7). 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 London City Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport 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 London City Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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