The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 28 m
Trains on 20 Sept
2
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS) 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 Bromley South (BMS) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 2 trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.
13:531h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)15:19Bromley South (BMS)£151One-way0 changes
11:271h29Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:56Bromley South (BMS)£151One-way0 changes
13:531h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)15:19Bromley South (BMS)£151One-way0 changes
11:271h29Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:56Bromley South (BMS)£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 30 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS):
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS) costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Bromley South (BMS) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 24m.
The journey is about 3m faster (51m by train vs 54m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£16 vs £20). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 07:13. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 34m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 7:13 |
Last train 7:13 |
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Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Bromley South (BMS) from £14. 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 Bromley South (BMS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS) 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 Bromley South (BMS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Bromley South (BMS)
Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bromley South (BMS) trains use the London Victoria to Bromley South station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Bromley South (BMS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bromley South from Bromley city centre
Bromley South train station facilities and services
Bromley South has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bromley South.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bromley South.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bromley South. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bromley South: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bromley South: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bromley South: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to all platforms via lifts accessible from the booking hall. There are also steps down to the platform from the booking hall. There is also a separate overbridge further down the platforms to assist with interchanging at the station but this has step access only, 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: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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