Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£24

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£52

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

1 h 31 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

1 h 36 m

Trains on 17 Sept

46

Distance

72 km

Cheap tickets

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 £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

To travel from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least one change.

  • SoutheasternP90312+SouthernG77489+ThameslinkW45530
    21:022h06
    Ashford International (AFK)
    23:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £241One-way
    2 changes
  • SoutheasternP90319+SouthernG77495+ThameslinkW32905
    22:021h42
    Ashford International (AFK)
    23:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £241One-way
    2 changes
  • SoutheasternP90270+SouthernG77443+ThameslinkW32914
    14:021h44
    Ashford International (AFK)
    15:46Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £241One-way
    2 changes
  • SoutheasternP90285+SouthernG77458 · C93139_G77049
    16:301h36
    Ashford International (AFK)
    18:06Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £241One-way
    2 changes
  • SouthernG77463 · C93145_G77056+SoutheasternP90288
    17:001h36
    Ashford International (AFK)
    18:36Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £241One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, while a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 72 km

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Driving

£35

Average Price

Cheapest

£16

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 5m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is a train with an average price of £35.
The fastest way to travel from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 25m.
Yes, you can take a train between Ashford International (AFK) and Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-18.28. The journey takes 1h 25m versus 1h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SoutheasternP90203+SouthernG77387+ThameslinkW328945:02 Ashford International (AFK)
1h47
6:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85615+ThameslinkW455375:10 Ashford International (AFK)
1h54
7:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP90205+SouthernG77390+ThameslinkW329175:30 Ashford International (AFK)
2h19
7:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85616+ThameslinkW455325:44 Ashford International (AFK)
1h50
7:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85884+ThameslinkW454186:13 Ashford International (AFK)
1h51
8:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP90211+SouthernG77393 · C93046_C933276:28 Ashford International (AFK)
1h40
8:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85622+ThameslinkW454276:30 Ashford International (AFK)
1h44
8:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85886+ThameslinkW455226:46 Ashford International (AFK)
1h48
8:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85626+ThameslinkG282687:06 Ashford International (AFK)
1h38
8:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP90342+SouthernG77398+ThameslinkW328817:16 Ashford International (AFK)
1h31
8:47 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP90222+SouthernG77402+ThameslinkW455447:29 Ashford International (AFK)
1h52
9:21 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85630+ThameslinkW454017:36 Ashford International (AFK)
1h38
9:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85893+ThameslinkW455247:46 Ashford International (AFK)
1h48
9:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85635+ThameslinkW453918:06 Ashford International (AFK)
1h38
9:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85896+ThameslinkW455208:16 Ashford International (AFK)
1h48
10:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP90233+SouthernG77408+ThameslinkW328768:32 Ashford International (AFK)
1h44
10:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85639+ThameslinkW455238:40 Ashford International (AFK)
1h54
10:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85639+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressG773118:40 Ashford International (AFK)
1h50
10:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP90331+ThameslinkW456099:00 Ashford International (AFK)
1h54
10:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85651+ThameslinkW3298210:16 Ashford International (AFK)
1h48
12:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85658+ThameslinkW3297610:40 Ashford International (AFK)
1h54
12:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85658+Gatwick ExpressG77344+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria10:40 Ashford International (AFK)
1h50
12:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP90252+SouthernG77425+Great Western RailwayG1509711:02 Ashford International (AFK)
1h53
12:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85661+ThameslinkW4556911:16 Ashford International (AFK)
1h48
13:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85667+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressG7735611:40 Ashford International (AFK)
1h50
13:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP90264+SouthernG77437+Great Western RailwayG1510113:02 Ashford International (AFK)
1h53
14:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85933+ThameslinkW4555413:16 Ashford International (AFK)
1h48
15:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85680+ThameslinkW4555613:40 Ashford International (AFK)
1h54
15:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85680+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressG7737213:40 Ashford International (AFK)
1h50
15:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP90270+SouthernG77443+ThameslinkW3291414:02 Ashford International (AFK)
1h44
15:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85939+ThameslinkW4554614:16 Ashford International (AFK)
1h48
16:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85951+ThameslinkW4557016:16 Ashford International (AFK)
1h49
18:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP90285+SouthernG77458 · C93139_G7704916:30 Ashford International (AFK)
1h36
18:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85698+ThameslinkW4556216:39 Ashford International (AFK)
1h56
18:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP90288+SouthernG77463 · C93145_G7705617:00 Ashford International (AFK)
1h36
18:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85957+ThameslinkW4559817:16 Ashford International (AFK)
1h48
19:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85703+ThameslinkW4557917:40 Ashford International (AFK)
1h54
19:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85970+ThameslinkW4559519:16 Ashford International (AFK)
1h48
21:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85715+ThameslinkW4559119:40 Ashford International (AFK)
1h54
21:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP90306+SouthernG77483+Great Western RailwayG1511520:02 Ashford International (AFK)
1h55
21:57 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85976+ThameslinkW4558120:16 Ashford International (AFK)
1h48
22:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85722+ThameslinkW4558720:40 Ashford International (AFK)
1h54
22:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP90312+SouthernG77489+ThameslinkW4553021:02 Ashford International (AFK)
2h06
23:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
SoutheasternP85982+ThameslinkW4558521:16 Ashford International (AFK)
1h48
23:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP85731+ThameslinkW4553921:40 Ashford International (AFK)
1h54
23:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
SoutheasternP90319+SouthernG77495+ThameslinkW3290522:02 Ashford International (AFK)
1h42
23:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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Trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 07:32. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 14m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
72 km
Average train duration
1h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
1h 14m
First train
4:30
Last train
7:32
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Ashford International (AFK) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£36
Thameslink frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£24
Southeastern frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashford International (AFK) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £35.
The train journey from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) covers a distance of 72 km and takes approximately 1h 14m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is 72 km.
The first train from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 4:30.
The last train from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) departs at 7:32.
Trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
To travel from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The cheapest way to get from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by train, costing approximately £24.
Booking trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ashford International to Gatwick Airport primarily travels through the picturesque Kent countryside, offering views of rolling hills and quaint villages, but it also includes some urban and industrial areas near the airport.
Yes, a day trip from Ashford International to Gatwick Airport is feasible as the journey takes 1h 14m and trains run 10 times per day over a distance of 72 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Ashford International (AFK) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

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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.

Departure train stations in Ashford
Arrival train stations in London
Ashford InternationalAshford International station, Station Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1EZ+44 3303339232ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Ashford International from Ashford city centre

Bus501, 502E, 502, 507, 501E · 2m · £3 · every ~21 min

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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