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Outbound fromLondon to Gatwick Airport by train
It takes an average of 50m to travel from London to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 24 miles (39 km). There are normally 830 trains per day travelling from London to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from £11.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:26 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 28m | |
| Distance | 24 miles (39 km) | |
| Frequency | 830 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £11.90 | |
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Taking the train from London to Gatwick Airport
Flying out of Gatwick Airport soon and want to travel there from London by train? You're in luck. The train from London to Gatwick Airport takes just 27m on the fastest services. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct Gatwick Express services available. You could also hop on a Great Northern, Thameslink or Southern service depending on which station in London you're travelling from. Whichever train you travel on, you'll enjoy free WiFi and comfortable seating as standard.
London Gatwick Airport is Britain’s second busiest airport situated south-east of London, in West Sussex. You can usually find around 995 trains per day travelling from London to Gatwick Airport, and you find out more in our guide to trains to Gatwick Airport.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you travel Off-Peak or get a Railcard.
Ready to book? Start your search for train tickets from London to Gatwick Airport with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from London 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 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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