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Outbound fromHayle to Gatwick Airport by train
It takes an average of 8h 12m to travel from Hayle to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 240 miles (386 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Hayle to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from £76 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:41 | |
| Departure station | Hayle | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 6h 17m | |
| Distance | 240 miles (386 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £76 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern |
About the train journey from Hayle to Gatwick Airport
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The train from Hayle to Gatwick Airport usually takes 8 hours 12 minutes on average to travel 240 miles (386 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 6 hours 17 minutes. You can expect to find 19 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Gatwick Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Hayle to Gatwick Airport if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £76.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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