- Distance: 26.5 mi
- Duration: 37 min
The average train between Gatwick Airport and London takes 37 min and the fastest train takes 28 min. The train runs at least 11 times per hour from Gatwick Airport to London. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 5 minutes between Gatwick Airport and London. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Gatwick Airport is at 11:55 PM which arrives into London at 12:39 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 37 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport station and arriving at London station. Services depart every 5 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.
Gatwick Airport to London train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.
Gatwick Airport to London train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.
Book your Gatwick Airport to London train tickets online with Southern, Gatwick Express and Thameslink.
The distance between Gatwick Airport and London is 39.1 km. The road distance is 43 km.
Southern operates a train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 32 min. Two other operators also service this route.
