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Norwich to Gatwick Airport by train
It takes an average of 3h 50m to travel from Norwich to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 119 miles (192 km). There are normally 71 trains per day traveling from Norwich to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from $28.63 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:00 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:05 pm | |
| Departure station | Norwich | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 2h 44m | |
| Distance | 119 miles (192 km) | |
| Frequency | 71 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $28.63 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern |
Take the train from Norwich to Gatwick Airport in 2 hours 44 minutes
If you want to travel from Norwich to Gatwick Airport by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Norwich to Gatwick Airport by train to take around 3 hours 50 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 71 trains per day running on this route, which spans 192 km. You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Gatwick Airport.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Norwich to Gatwick Airport start from $28.63 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Norwich to Gatwick Airport
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Norwich to Gatwick Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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