Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept

Cheapest price on 19 Sept

£22

Average ticket price on 19 Sept

£22

Fastest journey on 19 Sept

58 m

Average journey duration on 19 Sept

1 h 2 m

Trains on 19 Sept

6

Distance

40 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) 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 London Fenchurch Street (FST) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.

Fast trains

To travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) you need to make at least one change.

  • ThameslinkW45711+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
    6:460h58
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    7:44London Fenchurch Street (FST)
    £221One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkC02657+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
    6:061h03
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    7:09London Fenchurch Street (FST)
    £221One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkW45705+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
    6:191h10
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    7:29London Fenchurch Street (FST)
    £221One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkC02734+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
    6:161h03
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    7:19London Fenchurch Street (FST)
    £221One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkC02639+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
    6:360h58
    Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    7:34London Fenchurch Street (FST)
    £221One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 40 km

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Most popular
Train
Coach
Driving

£22

Average Price

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

£42

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

56m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 52m

Average total duration

2h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 16m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) is a coach with an average price of £15.

This is compared to other travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST):

A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) costing on average £22.

The fastest way to travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) is by train with an average journey time of 56m.

Other travel options to London Fenchurch Street (FST) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 22m.

Yes, you can take a train between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and London Fenchurch Street (FST).
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 20m faster (56m by train vs 1h 16m by car) and roughly £21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£22 vs £42). 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.

Live departures

Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) train times

The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW45596
Delayed
23:01 0:01Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h48
23:49 23:49London Blackfriars (BFR)		0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45420+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
6:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h03
7:09 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change
ThameslinkW45398+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
6:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h03
7:19 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change
ThameslinkW32870+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
6:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h10
7:29 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change
ThameslinkW45541+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
6:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h58
7:34 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change
ThameslinkW45465+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
6:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h58
7:44 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change
ThameslinkW45605+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
7:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h58
8:04 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change
ThameslinkW45535+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
9:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h58
10:34 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change
ThameslinkW45479+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
9:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h58
10:44 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change
ThameslinkW32895+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
9:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h10
10:59 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change
ThameslinkW45375+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
10:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h58
11:04 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change
ThameslinkW45428+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
10:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h58
11:14 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change
ThameslinkW32871+TubeTube from London Blackfriars to London Fenchurch Street
On time
10:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h10
11:29 London Fenchurch Street (FST)		1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST)

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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 52m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
40 km
Average train duration
56m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
52m
First train
1:45
Last train
23:42
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Train companies: Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) trainsThameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and London Fenchurch Street (FST) 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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About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
52m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£20
Thameslink frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Learn more about Thameslink

FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) 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 Fenchurch Street (FST), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 52m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) is 40 km.
The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) leaves at 1:45.
The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) departs at 23:42.
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).
To travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST), you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).
The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Gatwick Airport to London Fenchurch Street is primarily through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic views compared to more rural routes. Passengers may see parts of the cityscape and residential areas, but it is not known for picturesque landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Gatwick Airport to London Fenchurch Street is feasible, as the journey takes 52m, the distance is 40 km, and trains run 10 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Fenchurch Street (FST).

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