The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Cheapest price on 01 Nov
- £21
- Average ticket price on 01 Nov
- £22
- Fastest journey on 01 Nov
- 1 h 43 m
- Average journey duration on 01 Nov
- 2 h 9 m
- Trains on 01 Nov
- 3
- Distance
- 72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashford International (AFK) 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 Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 3 trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.

11:30 1h47 Ashford International (AFK) 13:17 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £21 1 One-way 0 changes
16:30 1h43 Ashford International (AFK) 18:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £23 1 One-way 0 changes
8:15 2h58 Ashford International (AFK) 11:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £23 1 One-way 0 changes

16:30 1h43 Ashford International (AFK) 18:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £23 1 One-way 0 changes
11:30 1h47 Ashford International (AFK) 13:17 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £21 1 One-way 0 changes
8:15 2h58 Ashford International (AFK) 11:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) £23 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 09:00. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 9:00 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trip
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Live departures
Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:15 Ashford International (AFK) | 2h58 | 11:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Ashford International (AFK) | 1h47 | 13:17 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Ashford International (AFK) | 1h43 | 18:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Ashford International (AFK) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Ashford International to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Ashford International (AFK) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Ashford International from Ashford city centre
Ashford International train station facilities and services
Ashford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ashford International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ashford International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ashford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ashford International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ashford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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