The average train between Waterloo Station and Gatwick takes 42 min and the fastest train takes 34 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Waterloo Station to Gatwick. 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 15 minutes between Waterloo Station and Gatwick. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Waterloo Station is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Gatwick at 12:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 42 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 2m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Waterloo Station to Gatwick? 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 Waterloo Station to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from London Waterloo station and arriving at Gatwick Airport station via Clapham Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.
Waterloo Station to Gatwick train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.
Waterloo Station to Gatwick train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.
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The distance between Waterloo Station and Gatwick is 37.8 km. The road distance is 42 km.
You can take a train from London Waterloo to Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction in around 42 min.