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Gatwick Aviation Museum
Volunteer-run museum near the airport with British aircraft, cockpits, and aviation history displays. A strong choice for aviation enthusiasts using Gatwick.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) 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 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 4 trains that leave Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 48 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 38 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 32m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.45 (€-11.82). The journey takes 1h 21m versus 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:22 AM Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) | 1h27 | 12:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:59 AM Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) | 1h38 | 9:37 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:32 AM Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) | 2h02 | 10:34 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) | 2h15 | 10:48 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:34 AM Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) | 1h44 | 11:18 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 9:23 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Service is often included or optional. In restaurants, add around 10-12.5% if not included. No tip is expected for counter service. Round up taxi fares if desired.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) 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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