London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$37

Average price

$37

Fastest journey

1 h 49 m

Average duration

1 h 53 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) without transferring at least 2 times.

SouthernSN531400 · X70582+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross
09:00AM1h49
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
10:49AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
$371One-way
2 transfers
SouthernSN596300 · X71315+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross
08:40AM2h03
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
10:43AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
$371One-way
2 transfers
SouthernSN576000 · X70083+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross
08:00AM1h49
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:49AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
$371One-way
2 transfers
SouthernSN519800 · X71101+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross
08:20AM1h49
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
10:09AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
$371One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. 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 €6, and a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 25 miles (41 km)

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Bus

€26

Average price

€10

Average price

Cheapest

1h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 5m

Average total duration

2h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Thameslink

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National Express

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Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 13
Last updated at 9:14 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
southernSN576000 · X70083+assertis_tubeTube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross7:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h49
8:49 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)2 transfers
southernSN519800 · X71101+assertis_tubeTube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross7:20 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h49
9:09 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)2 transfers
southernSN596300 · X71315+assertis_tubeTube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross7:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h03
9:43 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)2 transfers
southernSN531400 · X70582+assertis_tubeTube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross8:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h49
9:49 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€6)
Distance
25 miles (41 km)
Average train duration
46m
Cheapest ticket price
$15 (€12)
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
51m
First train
03:41
Last train
22:10
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€6)

Train providers: Thameslink, Southern and Gatwick Express from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains

For as little as $15 (€12) you can travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) with Thameslink, Southern and Gatwick Express. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this 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. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Train information from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) with Thameslink:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 2 min
  • Cheapest Price: $15
  • Thameslink frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 to London Kings Cross (KGX).
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Popular train stations from London Gatwick Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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ticketOfficeHours
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  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
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  • Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Giraffe World Kitchen
  • Black Sheep Coffee
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Leon
  • Pret a Manger
  • Wasabi
  • & more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
  • Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
  • St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for London Kings Cross
  • Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
  • Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
  • Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
  • Metro: N/A
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Giraffe World Kitchen
  • Black Sheep Coffee
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Leon
  • Pret a Manger
  • Wasabi
  • & more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
  • Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
  • St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for London Kings Cross
  • Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
  • Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
  • Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
  • Metro: N/A

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