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Outbound fromCatford to Gatwick Airport by train
It takes an average of 1h 27m to travel from Catford to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 21 miles (33 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Catford to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from £12 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:05 | |
| Departure station | Catford | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 6m | |
| Distance | 21 miles (33 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £12 | |
| Train operators | London Overground, Gatwick Express, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern |
Taking the train from Catford to Gatwick Airport in 1 hour 6 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Catford to Gatwick Airport? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 27 minutes to travel the 21 miles (33 km) from Catford to Gatwick Airport by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 6 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Southeastern, Thameslink or Gatwick Express 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 Catford to Gatwick Airport in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £12.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Gatwick Airport by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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