The cheapest and fastest trains from Clifton Down (CFN) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Clifton Down (CFN) 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 Clifton Down (CFN) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Clifton Down (CFN) for London Gatwick Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 35 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 train and coach for Clifton Down (CFN) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Clifton Down (CFN) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 173 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£49 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Clifton Down (CFN) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Clifton Down (CFN) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:25 Clifton Down (CFN) | 3h35 | 12:00 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Clifton Down (CFN) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Clifton Down (CFN) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:25, the last at 08:25. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 08:25 |
Last train 08:25 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Clifton Down (CFN) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Clifton Down (CFN) and London Gatwick Airport from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Clifton Down (CFN) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clifton Down (CFN) 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 Clifton Down (CFN) and London Gatwick Airport
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
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