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Trains from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport

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Trains to Gatwick Airport from Highams Park

First train

04:14

Last train

22:29

Departure stationHighams Park
Arrival stationGatwick Airport
Journey time

From 1h 30m

Distance

32 miles (51 km)

Frequency

50 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Gatwick Express, London Overground, Southern, Thameslink

What are the train times from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport?

Get from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport in as little as 1 hour 30 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport takes around 1 hour 47 minutes. There are around 50 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Highams Park and Gatwick Airport, you'll need to make 2 changes.

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

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport?

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

How do I travel from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport?

You can get from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport by train in 1 hour and 47 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 1 hour and 30 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport take?

The average journey time by train between Highams Park and Gatwick Airport is 1 hour and 47 minutes, with around 50 trains per day running on this route. 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.

What's the fastest journey time between Highams Park and Gatwick Airport by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport?

No, there are no direct train services from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport. Travelling from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Highams Park to Gatwick Airport?

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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 Highams Park to Gatwick Airport 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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