The average train between Gatwick and Essex takes 1h 51m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Gatwick to Essex. 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 hourly between Gatwick and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gatwick is at 7:49 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer at London Bridge and take an average of 1h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Gatwick to Essex? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Essex. However, there are services departing from Gatwick station and arriving at Essex station via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.
Gatwick to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.
Gatwick to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Gatwick to Essex train tickets online with Thameslink, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Gatwick and Essex is 91.2 km. The road distance is 115 km.
You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to White Notley via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 26m.