Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) on Sat, Jul 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. 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 €18, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
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€29 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() ![]() | On time 7:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h05 | 8:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 7:06 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h58 | 8:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 7:14 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h05 | 8:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 7:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h58 | 8:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | On time 7:22 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h03 | 8:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() ![]() | On time 7:24 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h40 | 9:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
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Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 01:40 |
Last train 18:39 |
Travel between London Paddington (PAD) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from $18 (€15) with Omio’s train partners Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.
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. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
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