Charing to London Gatwick Airport train with Southeastern

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Overview: Train from Charing to London Gatwick Airport

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Trains from Charing to London Gatwick Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:59, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 27m.

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
68 km
Average train duration
1h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 27m
First train
0:59
Last train
21:14
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
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

Frequently asked questions about your Charing to London Gatwick Airport trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Charing to London Gatwick Airport.

The cost of a train ticket from Charing to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The train journey from Charing to London Gatwick Airport covers a distance of 68 km and takes approximately 1h 27m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Charing to London Gatwick Airport is 68 km.
The first train from Charing to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 0:59.
The last train from Charing to London Gatwick Airport departs at 21:14.
Trains from Charing to London Gatwick Airport run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Charing to London Gatwick Airport.

Why should you book Charing to London Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?

Southeastern as well as Thameslink offer trains services from Charing to London Gatwick Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Charing to London Gatwick Airport.

Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Charing to London Gatwick Airport.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southeastern with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Charing to London Gatwick Airport.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Charing to London Gatwick Airport.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Charing to London Gatwick Airport.

Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Charing to London Gatwick Airport trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Charing and London Gatwick Airport from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 27m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£27
Southeastern frequency
4 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

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 33m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£54
Thameslink frequency
2 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Charing and London Gatwick Airport

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Charing to London Gatwick Airport.
There is no night train service from Charing to London Gatwick Airport.

FAQs: Charing to London Gatwick Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charing 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.

FAQs
Booking trains from Charing to London Gatwick Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Charing to London Gatwick Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Charing and London Gatwick Airport

Most Charing to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Charing to London Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Charing and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Charing
Arrival train stations in London
CharingCharing station, Station Road, Charing, Kent, TN27 0JA+44 3303339232ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Charing from Charing city centre

TrainAshford International - London Charing Cross · 1h 31m · £31
Margate - St Pancras International, Ramsgate - St Pancras International, Dover Priory - St Pancras International, Minster - St Pancras International, Folkestone Central - St Pancras International, Deal - St Pancras International, Canterbury West - St Pancras International, Sandwich - St Pancras International, Faversham - St Pancras International, Ashford International - St Pancras International · 1h 44m · £51 · every ~4 min
Ashford International - London Victoria, Minster - London Victoria, Folkestone Central - London Victoria · 1h 50m · £31 · every ~3 min
Ashford International - London Victoria, Minster - London Victoria, Folkestone Central - London Victoria · 2h 31m · £31 · every ~3 min

Charing train station facilities and services

Charing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Charing.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Charing. 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 Charing: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Charing: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Charing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London. There is no step free access to Platform 1. Step only access to platform 1 for services towards London via the footbridge, 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: station forecourt/ platform 2, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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