The cheapest and fastest trains from Farringdon (ZFD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Farringdon (ZFD) 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 Farringdon (ZFD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 6 trains that leave Farringdon (ZFD) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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.
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Y36034Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Farringdon (ZFD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Farringdon (ZFD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 41 km
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£17 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Farringdon (ZFD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y36017 | On time 05:49 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1h00 | 06:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36020 | On time 06:19 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1h00 | 07:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36986 | On time 06:24 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h40 | 07:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36827 | On time 06:34 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h40 | 07:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36023 | On time 06:49 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1h00 | 07:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36989 | On time 06:54 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h40 | 07:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36831 | On time 07:04 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h40 | 07:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36026 | On time 07:19 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h57 | 08:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36993 | On time 07:24 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h40 | 08:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36815 | On time 07:29 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h57 | 08:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36835 | On time 07:34 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h40 | 08:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36998 | On time 07:54 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h40 | 08:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36839 | On time 08:04 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h40 | 08:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36668 | On time 08:09 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1h01 | 09:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y37182 | On time 08:14 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h40 | 08:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36034 | On time 08:19 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h58 | 09:17 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y37004 | On time 08:24 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h40 | 09:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36816 | On time 08:29 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h52 | 09:21 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Farringdon (ZFD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 00:28 |
Last train 22:56 |
Train companies: Thameslink from Farringdon (ZFD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink trains will get you between Farringdon (ZFD) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Farringdon (ZFD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

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Important Stations and Airports in Farringdon (ZFD) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms including level boarding to Thameslink trains from Zone C on both platforms. Manual ramps are available for other zones and for London Underground services.
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Metro: Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City Lines
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms including level boarding to Thameslink trains from Zone C on both platforms. Manual ramps are available for other zones and for London Underground services.
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Metro: Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City Lines
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
- 24/7
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
- Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
- Onward travel information: Available from airport.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
- 24/7
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
- Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
- Onward travel information: Available from airport.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
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