The cheapest and fastest trains from Falmer station (FMR) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Falmer station (FMR) 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 Falmer station (FMR) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Falmer station (FMR) 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 34 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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 London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Falmer station (FMR) to London Gatwick Airport 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 train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 34 km
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1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Falmer station (FMR) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Falmer station (FMR) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:34, the last at 14:33. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 52m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 07:34 |
Last train 14:33 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from Falmer station (FMR) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Falmer station (FMR) and London Gatwick Airport 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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Gatwick Express
FAQs: Falmer station (FMR) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Falmer station (FMR) 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 Falmer station (FMR) and London Gatwick Airport
- 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
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