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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$32

Fastest journey

31 m

Average duration

31 m

Trains per day

Distance

38 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.

Fast trains

Of the 24 trains that leave London Victoria (VIC) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Sat, Jul 12, 21 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 38 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .

On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 31 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.

Y29021

07:16AM0h33

London Victoria (VIC)

07:49AMGatwick Airport (GTW)

$201One-way

0 transfers

Y28107

08:05AM0h33

London Victoria (VIC)

08:38AMGatwick Airport (GTW)

$201One-way

0 transfers

Y28871

07:46AM0h33

London Victoria (VIC)

08:19AMGatwick Airport (GTW)

$201One-way

0 transfers

Y28644

05:08AM0h52

London Victoria (VIC)

06:00AMGatwick Airport (GTW)

$331One-way

0 transfers

Y28863

04:30AM0h42

London Victoria (VIC)

05:12AMGatwick Airport (GTW)

$331One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 22 miles (37 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€25 Average price	€12 Average price Cheapest
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, July 11

Last updated at 7:26 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Y30210	On time 11:08 PM London Victoria (VIC)	0h55	12:03 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y32869+Y11538	On time 11:15 PM London Victoria (VIC)	1h07	12:22 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1 transfer
Saturday, July 12
Y28863	On time 3:30 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h42	4:12 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y28644	On time 4:08 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h52	5:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y29183+Y36980	On time 4:20 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h44	5:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1 transfer
Y30526	On time 4:29 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h31	5:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y29188+Y36987	On time 5:20 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h44	6:04 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1 transfer
Y28092	On time 5:35 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h33	6:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y11400	On time 5:54 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h31	6:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y30550	On time 5:59 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h31	6:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y28095	On time 6:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h33	6:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y29021	On time 6:16 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h33	6:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y11297	On time 6:24 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h31	6:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y30558	On time 6:29 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h31	7:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y28101	On time 6:35 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h33	7:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y28871	On time 6:46 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h33	7:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y28388	On time 6:54 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h31	7:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y30566	On time 6:59 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h31	7:30 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y28107	On time 7:05 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h33	7:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y28875	On time 7:16 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h33	7:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y11298	On time 7:24 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h31	7:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y30574	On time 7:29 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h31	8:00 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y28112	On time 7:35 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h33	8:08 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
Y28880	On time 7:46 AM London Victoria (VIC)	0h33	8:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	0 transfersDirect
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Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

United Kingdom

Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) 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 $10 (€8)

Distance

22 miles (37 km)

Average train duration

45m

Cheapest ticket price

$14 (€12)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

31m

First train

01:15

Last train

22:35

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $10 (€8)

Train companies: Southern, Gatwick Express and Thameslink from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains

For as little as $15 (€12) you can travel by train to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from London Victoria (VIC) with Southern, Gatwick Express and Thameslink. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

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.

Southern from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train information:

Average Duration: 29 min
Cheapest Price: $15
Southern frequency: 32 a day

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. 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.

Gatwick Express from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train information:

Average Duration: 29 min
Cheapest Price: $21
Gatwick Express frequency: 18 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. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train information:

Average Duration: 50 min
Cheapest Price: $30

London Overground is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of suburban rail services in and around Greater London. The services run from early morning until late at night, with some lines running 24 hours a day. The trains come in a variety of types, including the Class 378 Capitalstar, Class 172 Turbostar, Class 315, Class 317, Class 508 and Class 700 Desiro City. London Overground offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, off-peak and super off-peak tickets. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets and CCTV. The most popular routes for London Overground are from Euston to Watford Junction, from Liverpool Street to Enfield Town, and from Clapham Junction to Stratford.

Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.

Traveling by train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport

The train connection between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport is efficient and convenient, making it easy for travelers to reach the airport from central London. The journey typically takes around 30-40 minutes, depending on the service chosen. Key train providers include Southern, Gatwick Express, and Thameslink, each offering frequent departures throughout the day to accommodate both leisure and business travelers alike.

Train Connection: London Victoria to Gatwick Airport

The train connection between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport is direct, with a duration of just 30 minutes. There are 9 connections available per day, making it convenient for travelers heading to the airport without any transfers needed.

London Victoria to Gatwick Airport

The first daily train from London Victoria departs at 07:02, providing an early start for travelers heading to Gatwick Airport. The last journey of the day leaves at 22:35, allowing late-night arrivals or those wishing to enjoy a full day in London before departing.

Train Ticket Prices from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport

The cheapest ticket price for a train journey from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport is $17 (15.3€). This fare offers an economical option for travelers looking to reach the airport efficiently while enjoying the scenic views along the way.

Exploring Gatwick Airport Railway Station: A Gateway to the World

Welcome to Gatwick Airport Railway Station, a vital hub that has been connecting travelers since its opening in 1984. Its significance lies not only in being one of the busiest airports in London but also as a gateway for millions heading to various destinations across Europe and beyond. Unique features include its direct rail links to central London, making it incredibly convenient for passengers looking to start their journey with ease.

As we move towards the North Terminal, you'll notice it's designed with modern architecture that enhances passenger experience through spacious check-in areas and an array of shops and restaurants. This terminal plays a crucial role by accommodating numerous airlines while providing seamless access for both domestic and international flights. One standout feature is the impressive panoramic view from the upper levels, allowing you to watch planes take off against London's skyline.

Now let’s head over to South Terminal, which opened shortly after its counterpart in 1988 and serves as another key player at Gatwick Airport. It holds significant importance due to hosting many low-cost carriers that make travel accessible for everyone without compromising on quality service. Notably, this terminal boasts innovative facilities like self-service kiosks and automated baggage drop-off points—perfectly blending technology with convenience!

FAQs: Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

FAQs: Travel by train from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

Yes, you can take a train from London Victoria station to Gatwick Airport station. Additionally, bus services are also available between these two locations.

The cheapest way to travel from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport is by train, with fares starting at €4.

Yes, you can do a day trip from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport. The journey has a duration of 37 minutes, and trains run with a frequency of 11 times per hour. The total distance is 37 kilometers, making it a convenient option for a day trip.

Yes, there is a direct train between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport. Direct service providers include Southern and Gatwick Express, with a frequency of 10 trains.

The train journey from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport takes approximately 37 minutes.

The first train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport departs at 00:09.

Yes, there is a high-speed train operating between London Victoria station and Gatwick Airport. The distance covered is 37 km and the travel duration is approximately 37 minutes.

The last train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport leaves at 23:16.

There is no sleeper train service from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport. The last journey departs at 23:16.

The train journey from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport provides views primarily of urban and suburban landscapes as it travels through regions like South London, Croydon, and Surrey. While not known for particularly scenic views, the trip offers glimpses of the English countryside and landmarks characteristic of these areas.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London Victoria (VIC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

London

Crawley

The major train station for departures in London is London Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Victoria for your trip from London to Crawley.

London Victoria Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU

Phone Number

+44 3450774224

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00

Distance to city center

1 km

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens

Public transit options for London Victoria

Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line