The cheapest and fastest trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) 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 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 2 trains that leave Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Sun, Mar 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 08 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Sun, Mar 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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 and bus for Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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$35 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:50 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1h23 | 8:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:16 AM Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 1h32 | 9:48 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train or bus
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern, Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) or Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 16:14. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 16:14 |
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Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Southern, Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) trains will get you between Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from $9 (€7). 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 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) 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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