The average train between Gatwick and London Paddington takes 1h 1m and the fastest train takes 50 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Gatwick to London Paddington. 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 20 minutes between Gatwick and London Paddington. The earliest departure is at 4:41 AM at night, and the last departure from Gatwick is at 11:35 PM which arrives into London Paddington at 7:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 1h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 7m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Gatwick to London Paddington? 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 London Paddington. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport station and arriving at London Paddington station via Farringdon station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.
Gatwick to London Paddington train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.
Gatwick to London Paddington train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.
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The distance between Gatwick and London Paddington is 38.9 km. The road distance is 46 km.
You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington via Farringdon and Farringdon Without in around 51 min.