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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elephant & Castle (EPH) 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 Elephant & Castle (EPH) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Elephant & Castle (EPH) 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 37 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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 coach and train for Elephant & Castle (EPH) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 37 km
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Live departures
Elephant & Castle (EPH) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Elephant & Castle (EPH) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:23 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 1h25 | 08:48 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:19 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 0h49 | 13:08 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 12:19. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 49m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 12:19 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Elephant & Castle (EPH) and London Gatwick Airport from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Elephant & Castle (EPH) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elephant & Castle (EPH) 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 Elephant & Castle (EPH) and London Gatwick Airport
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:10 Saturday 06:40 - 20:10 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms 1 and 4
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:10 Saturday 06:40 - 20:10 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms 1 and 4
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