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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Watford Junction | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags |
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Get from Watford to Gatwick
The journey takes about 1 hour 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 34 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Southern ticket prices on this trip start at £25
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Watford to Gatwick by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Watford to Gatwick cost?
The average train ticket price from Watford to Gatwick is £44. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Watford to Gatwick is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Watford to Gatwick?
A train trip between Watford and Gatwick is around 1h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 36 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Watford and Gatwick?
The number of trains from Watford to Gatwick can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Watford to Gatwick by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Watford to Gatwick?
When taking the train from Watford to Gatwick, you can travel comfortably and safely with Southern.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Watford to Gatwick was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Watford to Gatwick as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £24 to £42 for a train ticket from Watford to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2025-11-20.
