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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 | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Wandsworth | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Clapham Junction | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Woolwich Arsenal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Imperial Wharf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Woolwich Arsenal | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Gatwick to London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Gatwick and London?
London
- A167 Wandsworth High St, London SW18 4JB, UK
- B174 Streatham High Road (Odeon Cinema, Stop NA), London (Streatham) SW16 1BJ
- C
Battersea Park
Battersea Park, Battersea Park Rd, Nine Elms, London SW8 4BH, UK - D51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
- E
West Hampstead Thameslink
West Hampstead Thameslink, Station, West Hampstead Thameslink, Iverson Rd, London NW6 2RB, UK - FKing's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to London by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Gatwick to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to London start from R 110. The average price for this train route is around R 504. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gatwick to London?
The average train journey time from Gatwick to London is 46m, covering a distance of 51 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators serve the Gatwick to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 101 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, Southern, Gatwick Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to London?
The earliest train from Gatwick to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:56.
Which is the best train operator from Gatwick to London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gatwick to London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Gatwick to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gatwick to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is ThamesLink, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to London was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 99To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gatwick to London as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 99 to R 1 509 for a train ticket from Gatwick to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 99, which is on 2026-01-29.
