It takes an average of 1h 28m to travel from Homerton to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 27 miles (44 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Homerton to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from £21.10 when you book in advance.
First train | 04:50 | |
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Last train | 22:50 | |
Departure station | Homerton | |
Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
Journey time | From 1h 11m | |
Distance | 27 miles (44 km) | |
Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Price | From £21.10 | |
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Thinking about taking the train from Homerton to Gatwick Airport? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 28 minutes to travel the 27 miles (44 km) from Homerton to Gatwick Airport by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 27 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Thameslink, London Overground or Southern to Gatwick Airport. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Homerton to Gatwick Airport in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £21.10. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
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The average journey time by train between Homerton and Gatwick Airport is 1 hour and 28 minutes, with around 27 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Homerton to Gatwick Airport is 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Homerton to Gatwick Airport can start from as little as £21.10 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Homerton to Gatwick Airport. Travelling from Homerton to Gatwick Airport by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Homerton to Gatwick Airport leaves at 04:50. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Homerton to Gatwick Airport leaves at 22:50. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Homerton to Gatwick Airport cover a distance of around 27 miles (44 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Gatwick Airport to Homerton.
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