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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
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 $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for London City Airport on Sun, Mar 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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 $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
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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, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:05 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h15 | 9:20 AM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 AM London Gatwick Airport | 2h10 | 10:40 AM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London City Airport run on average 26 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:36, the last at 10:46. The fastest train covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 26 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 06:36 |
Last train 10:46 |
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Least busy day Mon |
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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