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Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport to London

Showing times and prices for Dec 12

Cheapest

€16

Average

€16

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

02:02PM0h48

London Gatwick Airport

02:50PMLondon

€161One-way

0 transfers

07:16AM0h29

London Gatwick Airport

07:45AMLondon

€161One-way

0 transfers

07:32AM0h49

London Gatwick Airport

08:21AMLondon

€161One-way

0 transfers

09:16AM0h29

London Gatwick Airport

09:45AMLondon

€161One-way

0 transfers

07:06AM0h29

London Gatwick Airport

07:35AMLondon

€161One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from London Gatwick Airport to London

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 12

Thameslink

08:01AM0h49

Gatwick Airport

08:50AMLondon Bridge

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Southern

08:02AM0h34

Gatwick Airport

08:36AMLondon Victoria

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Thameslink

08:06AM0h29

Gatwick Airport

08:35AMLondon Bridge

0 transfers

Gatwick Express

08:10AM0h31

Gatwick Airport

08:41AMLondon Victoria

0 transfers

Southern

08:13AM0h32

Gatwick Airport

08:45AMLondon Victoria

0 transfers

Thameslink

08:16AM0h29

Gatwick Airport

08:45AMLondon Bridge

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from London Gatwick Airport to London

Showing times and prices for Dec 12

Fastest Journey

29 m

Average

34 m

Trains per day

Distance

39 km

Of the 6 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for London every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

08:06AM0h29

Gatwick Airport

08:35AMLondon Bridge

€171One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

08:16AM0h29

Gatwick Airport

08:45AMLondon Bridge

€171One-way

0 transfers

08:10AM0h31

Gatwick Airport

08:41AMLondon Victoria

€291One-way

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08:13AM0h32

Gatwick Airport

08:45AMLondon Victoria

€261One-way

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08:02AM0h34

Gatwick Airport

08:36AMLondon Victoria

€261One-way

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Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to London

Distance	24 miles (38 km)
Average train duration	29 min
Average train ticket price	$18 (€16)
Train frequency	228 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 227 direct trains a day
Train providers	Southern, Thameslink or Gatwick Express

Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London cover the 24 miles (38 km) long journey taking on average 29 min with our travel partners like Southern, Thameslink or Gatwick Express. Normally, there are 228 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $18 (€16), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $16 (€14).

Train providers: Gatwick Express, Southern and Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to London trains

Buy your official Gatwick Express, Southern and Thameslink train tickets to London from London Gatwick Airport from $16 (€14) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular journey.

Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.

Train information from London Gatwick Airport to London with Gatwick Express:

Average Duration: 30 min
Gatwick Express frequency: 33 a day

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.

London Gatwick Airport to London train information with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 50 min
Cheapest Price: $16
Thameslink frequency: 96 a day

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

London Gatwick Airport to London train information with Southern:

Average Duration: 33 min
Southern frequency: 96 a day

FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport to London 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.

Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport to London can start from as little as $16 (€14) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport to London is $18 (€16); 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 to London train time is 29 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 to London leaves at 7: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London Gatwick Airport to London leaves at 10: 52 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from London Gatwick Airport to London without having to change trains with Gatwick Express, Southern or Thameslink. There are 227 direct trains from London Gatwick Airport to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best London Gatwick Airport to London train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Southern, Thameslink or Gatwick Express. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from London Gatwick Airport to London to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 52 PM.

A day trip to London from London Gatwick Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 29 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport to London by train is April.

Yes, you can take a bus from London Gatwick Airport to London.