The cheapest and fastest trains from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 4 trains that leave Shepherd's Bush (SPB) for London Gatwick Airport on Tue, May 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
10:10 PM1h21Shepherd's Bush (SPB)11:31 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$181One-way0 transfers
6:19 AM0h49Shepherd's Bush (SPB)7:08 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$191One-way0 transfers
7:49 AM0h49Shepherd's Bush (SPB)8:38 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$271One-way0 transfers
8:49 AM0h49Shepherd's Bush (SPB)9:38 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$281One-way0 transfers
8:49 AM0h49Shepherd's Bush (SPB)9:38 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$281One-way0 transfers
7:49 AM0h49Shepherd's Bush (SPB)8:38 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$271One-way0 transfers
6:19 AM0h49Shepherd's Bush (SPB)7:08 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$191One-way0 transfers
10:10 PM1h21Shepherd's Bush (SPB)11:31 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport 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 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 23 miles (38 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m 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 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $12 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 23m.
The journey is about 34m faster (40m by train vs 1h 14m by car) and roughly $8 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($21 (€17) vs $29 (€23)). 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
Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:19 AM Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 0h49 | 7:08 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:49 AM Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 0h49 | 8:38 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:49 AM Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 0h49 | 9:38 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 23 miles (38 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 23 miles (38 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
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Train companies: Southern, London Overground from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern, London Overground trains will get you between Shepherd's Bush (SPB) and London Gatwick Airport from $8 (€6). 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 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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