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Outbound fromLondon Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport by train
It takes an average of 50m to travel from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 25 miles (40 km). There are normally 167 trains per day travelling from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from £11.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:40 | |
| Departure station | London Blackfriars | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 35m | |
| Distance | 25 miles (40 km) | |
| Frequency | 167 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £11.90 | |
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Taking the train from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
Flying out of Gatwick Airport soon and want to travel there from London Blackfriars by train? You're in luck. The train from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport takes just 34m on the fastest services.
London Gatwick Airport is Britain’s second busiest airport situated south-east of London, in West Sussex. You can usually find around 170 trains per day travelling from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport, and you find out more in our guide to trains to Gatwick Airport.
Ready to book? Start a search for trains in our Journey Planner at the top of the page, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
Book in advance
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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 London Blackfriars 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.