The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 trains that leave Blackwater station (BAW) for London Gatwick Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 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 train and coach for Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 46 km
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1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 31 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:38 Blackwater station (BAW) | 2h00 | 09:38 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:11 Blackwater station (BAW) | 1h14 | 13:25 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 17:45. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 17:45 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Blackwater station (BAW) and London Gatwick Airport from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackwater station (BAW) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Blackwater station (BAW) and London Gatwick Airport
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B2 - step free access to both platforms but long route between platforms via roadbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop in Large car park
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