The cheapest and fastest trains from Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southend Airport (SIA) 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 Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southend Airport (SIA) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Thu, Dec 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.


Travel Information
Compare train for Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€39 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, December 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:59 AM Southend Airport (SIA) | 1h55 | 7:54 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Southend Airport to Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?
Abellio Greater Anglia operates all train services from Southend Airport to Gatwick Airport. Omio is the only official third party seller for Abellio Greater Anglia tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 03:35 |
Last train 22:06 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Southend Airport (SIA) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from $48 (€39). 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 Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southend Airport (SIA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:00 - 23:00
- Car Park: Car park 2
- Accessible taxis: Yes, local taxi firm serves station.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Yes, local taxi firm serves station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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: Public toilets are available 04:00 to 23:00 everyday, including weekends. Outside of these hours toilet facilities are available at London Southend Airport Terminal Building and on board train services.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Disabled toilet access is available 24/7 for customers who have a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:00 - 23:00
- Car Park: Car park 2
- Accessible taxis: Yes, local taxi firm serves station.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Yes, local taxi firm serves station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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: Public toilets are available 04:00 to 23:00 everyday, including weekends. Outside of these hours toilet facilities are available at London Southend Airport Terminal Building and on board train services.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Disabled toilet access is available 24/7 for customers who have a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
- 24/7
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
- Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
- Onward travel information: Available from airport.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
- 24/7
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
- Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
- Onward travel information: Available from airport.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
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