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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) without transferring at least once.
W45773+
Tube from London Bridge to London Waterloo4:09 PM1h06Gatwick Airport (GTW)5:15 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$201One-way1 transfer
C82281+
L847054:15 PM0h51Gatwick Airport (GTW)5:06 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$221One-way1 transfer- G26440+L833804:29 PM0h46Gatwick Airport (GTW)5:15 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$221One-way1 transfer
- G26328+L833744:00 PM0h45Gatwick Airport (GTW)4:45 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$221One-way1 transfer
- C02553+Tube from London Bridge to London Waterloo8:09 PM1h06Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:15 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$301One-way1 transfer
- G26328+L833744:00 PM0h45Gatwick Airport (GTW)4:45 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$221One-way1 transfer
- G26353+L834208:00 PM0h45Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:45 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$321One-way1 transfer
- G26440+L833804:29 PM0h46Gatwick Airport (GTW)5:15 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$221One-way1 transfer
- C82281+L847054:15 PM0h51Gatwick Airport (GTW)5:06 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$221One-way1 transfer
- G26107+L847858:15 PM0h51Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:06 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$321One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. 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 $14, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 23 miles (38 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 51m.
The journey is about 38m faster (46m by train vs 1h 24m by car) and roughly $30 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $56 (€45)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02539+Tube from London Bridge to London Waterloo | 8:05 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h16 | 9:21 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W45446+Tube from London Bridge to London Waterloo | 8:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h20 | 9:29 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| C82327+L80617 | 8:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 9:22 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| G26328+L83374 | 4:00 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h45 | 4:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W45773+Tube from London Bridge to London Waterloo | 4:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h06 | 5:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| C82281+L84705 | 4:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 5:06 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| G26440+L83380 | 4:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h46 | 5:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| G26353+L83420 | 8:00 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h45 | 8:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| C02553+Tube from London Bridge to London Waterloo | 8:09 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h06 | 9:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| G26107+L84785 | 8:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 9:06 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| G26468+L80835 | 8:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h52 | 9:21 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 23 miles (38 km) distance in 44m.
Distance 23 miles (38 km) |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 5:38 AM |
Last train 10:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) from $14 (€11). 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 Waterloo (WAT)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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