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Trains from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street

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Trains to Silver Street from Gatwick Airport

First train

04:22

Last train

20:46

Departure stationGatwick Airport
Arrival stationSilver Street
Journey time

From 1h 21m

Distance

32 miles (51 km)

Frequency

20 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Gatwick Express, London Overground, Southern, Thameslink

What are the train times from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street?

Check out the next trains departing from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street for Tuesday 27th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
12:4314:071h 24m, 2 changes
12:5614:221h 26m, 2 changes
13:1314:371h 24m, 2 changes
13:2614:521h 26m, 2 changes
13:4315:071h 24m, 2 changes
13:5615:221h 26m, 2 changes
14:1315:371h 24m, 2 changes
14:2615:521h 26m, 2 changes
14:4316:071h 24m, 2 changes
14:5616:201h 24m, 2 changes

Trains to Silver Street from Gatwick Airport

Want to travel from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 1 hour 40 minutes to travel from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street by train. You'll find on average 20 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Silver Street by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.

Thameslink, Gatwick Express, London Overground and Southern trains operate on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street?

Want to know more about your journey from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Silver Street from Gatwick Airport?

To travel to Silver Street from Gatwick Airport, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 1 hour and 40 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 21 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street?

Trains from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street take an average of 1 hour and 40 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 21 minutes. You'll usually find 20 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Gatwick Airport and Silver Street by train?

The quickest journey time between Gatwick Airport and Silver Street by train is 1 hour and 21 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street?

No, there are no direct trains running from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Silver Street?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

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If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Gatwick Airport to Silver Street is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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