The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 4 trains that leave Alexandra Palace (AAP) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 49 km
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£33 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GN230700+ Tube from Finsbury Park to London Victoria+ W60457 | On time 06:54 Alexandra Palace (AAP) | 2h02 | 08:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
GN229800+ Tube from Finsbury Park to London Victoria+ W60124 | On time 07:24 Alexandra Palace (AAP) | 1h49 | 09:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W58746 · G82299+ Tube from Finsbury Park to London Victoria+ W60388 | On time 07:53 Alexandra Palace (AAP) | 1h35 | 09:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
GN229700+ Tube from Finsbury Park to London Victoria+ X86380 | On time 07:54 Alexandra Palace (AAP) | 1h43 | 09:37 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
G82305+ Tube from Finsbury Park to London Victoria+ W60390 | On time 08:31 Alexandra Palace (AAP) | 1h27 | 09:58 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes |
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Why should you book Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Raileurope or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 15:13. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 15:13 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Gatwick Express from Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Alexandra Palace (AAP) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandra Palace (AAP) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.




