The cheapest and fastest trains from Falmer station (FMR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Falmer station (FMR) 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 Falmer station (FMR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Falmer station (FMR) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 33 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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 Falmer station (FMR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Falmer station (FMR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 33 km
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Live departures
Falmer station (FMR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Falmer station (FMR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:49 Falmer station (FMR) | 1h05 | 11:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Falmer station (FMR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Falmer station (FMR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Falmer station (FMR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 07:49. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 50m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 07:49 |
Train companies: Southern, Gatwick Express, Thameslink from Falmer station (FMR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSouthern, Gatwick Express, Thameslink trains will get you between Falmer station (FMR) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Falmer station (FMR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Falmer station (FMR) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Falmer station (FMR) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:50 Saturday 06:25 - 19:50 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via long ramps. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 adjacent to ladies toilets.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area in the booking hall
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes

