Trains from Gatwick Airport to London from $15.44*

Trains from Gatwick Airport to London from $15.44*

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Gatwick Airport to London Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Gatwick Airport to London? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $15.44, with average prices for this route around $31.17.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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    From $17.13
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    From $15.44
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    From $17.13
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07:28
Gatwick Airport
08:20
London Bridge
52m, DirectThameslink
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07:32
Gatwick Airport
08:06
London Victoria
34m, DirectSouthern
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07:36
Gatwick Airport
08:05
London Bridge
29m, DirectThameslink
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07:40
Gatwick Airport
08:11
London Victoria
31m, DirectGatwick Express
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07:43
Gatwick Airport
08:15
London Victoria
32m, DirectSouthern
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07:46
Gatwick Airport
08:15
Paris
29m, DirectThameslink
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Gatwick Airport to London Train Route Details

The Gatwick Airport to London train ticket is from $15.44. The average travel time is 29m, covering a distance of approximately 38 mile. There are usually 301 daily trains provided by Thameslink,Southern,Gatwick Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
00:01
Last train
Last train
23:55
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
29m
Distance
Distance
38 mile
Price
Price
$15.44*

Gatwick Airport to London Train Travel Guide

Gatwick Airport to London Train Travel Guide

Arriving in London

Every day, up to 301 train depart from Gatwick Airport and arrive in London, with the shortest journey taking 29m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to London

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Network Railcard for South East England

To further enhance your savings on train travel in South East England, consider obtaining a Network Railcard. For a nominal annual fee, this railcard allows you to save 1/3 on most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether you're purchasing standard or off-peak tickets, the Railcard proves to be highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Gatwick Airport to London can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Gatwick Airport to London train tickets: everything you need to know

Gatwick Airport is located in West Sussex, England, approximately 29.5 miles south of Central London, with the train station located in the South Terminal of the airport. Gatwick Airport station provides around 851 regular train services per day to Central London, including the stations London Victoria, London Bridge and London St. Pancras International.

Duration time for trains from Gatwick Airport to London can vary depending on which stop they arrive into, the service provider and how many stops they are making. For example, the fastest route provided by Thameslink to London Bridge takes approximately 29 minutes with only one stop, while the slower route takes around 48 minutes with around nine stops.

Similarly, the faster route to London Victoria takes around 32 minutes, and the slower route takes around 52 minutes with a change at East Croydon. An alternative route which takes a little longer is the one to London St. Pancras International, which takes around 44 minutes to just over an hour depending on the number of stops. For most of these journeys, you will have the ability to alight at popular stations such as Clapham Junction and East Croydon.

London Bridge is one of the major railway stations in Southwark, south-east London, which is served by Southern, Southeastern, and Thameslink. London Bridge connects the destinations like Brighton, Luton, Bedford, Cambridge and Peterborough. It also connects the London Underground system with the Northern and Jubilee Line.

Alternatively, London Victoria is another main arrival station in Central London, served by Southern, Southeastern, Thameslink, and Gatwick Express. London Victoria is well-connected to various destinations including Brighton, Gatwick Airport, Canterbury, Dover, and Kent and it also connects to the London Underground system, with Victoria, District, and Circle lines.

Finally, London St Pancras International station is located on Euston Road in the London Borough of Camden. The station is served by East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southeastern, and Eurostar. It is well-connected to various destinations, including Luton Airport, Gatwick Airport, Nottingham, Leicester and Sheffield. It also connects to the London Underground system, with the Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Piccadilly, Northern, and Victoria lines.

First-class tickets

You can travel from Gatwick Airport to London in even greater comfort with First Class Tickets.

As this route is covered by multiple providers, it's best to check whether this is applicable for your specific journey when booking and what is included with the ticket. Depending on provider, this ticket may include:

  • Access to the London St. Pancras International First-Class lounge
  • Wider seats with extra legroom for greater comfort onboard
  • Tables with plug and USB sockets – perfect for those using laptops
  • Enhanced Wi-Fi onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
  • A range of drinks and snacks, including teas, coffees, juices, sodas, biscuits, cakes and crisps.

For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.

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