The cheapest and fastest trains from West Brompton (WBP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Brompton (WBP) 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 West Brompton (WBP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 4 trains that leave West Brompton (WBP) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Fri, May 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.
7:06 AM0h50West Brompton (WBP)7:56 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$271One-way0 transfers
12:12 AM1h10West Brompton (WBP)1:22 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$271One-way0 transfers
8:42 AM0h43West Brompton (WBP)9:25 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$281One-way0 transfers
6:44 AM0h56West Brompton (WBP)7:40 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$281One-way0 transfers
8:42 AM0h43West Brompton (WBP)9:25 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$281One-way0 transfers
7:06 AM0h50West Brompton (WBP)7:56 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$271One-way0 transfers
6:44 AM0h56West Brompton (WBP)7:40 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$281One-way0 transfers
12:12 AM1h10West Brompton (WBP)1:22 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for West Brompton (WBP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West Brompton (WBP) 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 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from West Brompton (WBP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from West Brompton (WBP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
The journey is about 30m faster (36m by train vs 1h 6m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) 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
West Brompton (WBP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for West Brompton (WBP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:44 AM West Brompton (WBP) | 1h13 | 7:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:12 AM West Brompton (WBP) | 0h44 | 8:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:42 AM West Brompton (WBP) | 0h43 | 9:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 12:12 AM West Brompton (WBP) | 1h10 | 1:22 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Brompton (WBP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from West Brompton (WBP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 13:59. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 1:59 PM |
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Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, London Overground from West Brompton (WBP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, London Overground trains will get you between West Brompton (WBP) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 West Brompton (WBP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Brompton (WBP) 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.

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