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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK)
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 2 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Ashford International (AFK) 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 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 72 km
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£27 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK) trains for today, Monday 16 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h19 | 07:51 Ashford International (AFK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h28 | 08:27 Ashford International (AFK) | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 06:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h05 | 08:27 Ashford International (AFK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 10:55 Ashford International (AFK) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink, Southern, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Ashford International (AFK) from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ashford International (AFK) 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 Ashford International (AFK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Ashford International (AFK)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 21:30 Sunday 06:00 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Car Park A
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: on platform 1/2 there is a heated waiting room on platform 5/6 there is a heated waiting shelter The Station has a range of perch and standard height seating on all platforms.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: behind bus stop front of station
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt outside the booking hall.
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