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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£22
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£28
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
57 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
57 m
Trains on 13 Oct
37
Distance
42 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £28 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 Kings Cross (KGX) you need to make at least one change.
W45435+
Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross8:161h00Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:16London Kings Cross (KGX)£221One-way1 change- W32874+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross8:191h12Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:31London Kings Cross (KGX)£221One-way1 change
- W45565+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross12:061h00Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:06London Kings Cross (KGX)£221One-way1 change
- W45403+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross8:361h00Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:36London Kings Cross (KGX)£221One-way1 change
- W45602+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross8:061h00Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:06London Kings Cross (KGX)£221One-way1 change
G77253+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross8:100h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:07London Kings Cross (KGX)£391One-way1 change- G77256+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross8:400h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:37London Kings Cross (KGX)£391One-way1 change
- G77261+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross9:100h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:07London Kings Cross (KGX)£391One-way1 change
- G77285+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross12:100h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:07London Kings Cross (KGX)£391One-way1 change
C82344+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross8:130h58Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:11London Kings Cross (KGX)£271One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 37m.
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 £5
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 0:45 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £5
Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G26298+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 11:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 12:02 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W45548+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | On time 11:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 12:06 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G77277+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 11:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 12:07 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C82373+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 11:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h58 | 12:11 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W45425+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | On time 11:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 12:16 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C82871+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 16:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h02 | 17:34 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W45438+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | On time 16:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 17:36 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G77321+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 16:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 17:37 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C82427+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 16:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h58 | 17:41 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W45464+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | On time 16:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 17:46 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G77348+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 20:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h02 | 21:12 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C82464+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 20:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h03 | 21:16 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G26487+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | On time 20:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h03 | 21:29 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
| G26149+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 5:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 6:42 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G26282+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 8:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 9:02 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W45602+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | 8:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 9:06 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G77253+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 8:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 9:07 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C82344+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 8:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h58 | 9:11 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W45435+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | 8:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 9:16 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W32874+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | 8:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h12 | 9:31 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C83047+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 8:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 9:25 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C82792+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 8:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 9:32 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W45403+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | 8:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 9:36 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G77256+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 8:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 9:37 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C82349+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h58 | 9:41 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W45478+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | 8:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 9:46 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| W32906+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross | 8:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h12 | 10:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G88046+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 8:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h03 | 9:58 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Tube from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Tube trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
41m
Cheapest Southern Price
£18
Southern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Thameslink
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
50m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£16
Thameslink frequency
3 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
Gatwick Express
About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Gatwick Express Duration
37m
Cheapest Gatwick Express Price
£27
Gatwick Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.
Tube
About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Tube Duration
53m
Cheapest Tube Price
£20
Tube frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.
FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) covers a distance of 42 km and takes approximately 37m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is 42 km.
The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 0:45.
The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) departs at 23:42.
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
There is no night train service from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Booking trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross is not typically considered scenic. It primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, providing views of residential and industrial landscapes rather than notable natural scenery.
Yes, you can take the train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
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