The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB)
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) 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 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) you need to make at least one change.
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G18379
Y28815+
G18397
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G18385
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G18391
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G18376
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G18388
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G18376
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G18397Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) 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 55m. 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: 39 km
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1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y28888+ G18376 | On time 09:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 10:56 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 1 change | |
Y28809+ G18379 | On time 10:12 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h58 | 11:10 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 1 change | |
Y28811+ G18385 | On time 10:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h01 | 11:41 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 1 change | |
Y28898+ G18388 | On time 11:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h55 | 11:56 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 1 change | |
Y28813+ G18391 | On time 11:12 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 12:11 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 1 change | |
Y28815+ G18397 | On time 11:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h01 | 12:41 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:41, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 48m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 03:41 |
Last train 22:02 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Shepherd's Bush (SPB) 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: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) 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 Shepherd's Bush (SPB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Shepherd's Bush (SPB)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:0013:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:15 - 14:45 Sunday 10:15 - 11:15
- Type of shops available: Coffee kiosk and photo booth located in the ticket hall. Local shops and the Westfield shopping centre are located opposite the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Station Category A . This station has step free access to all platforms . Access from the ticket hall entrance only.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop D in Ariel Way for westbound services to Clapham Junction
- Metro: Shepherd's Bush London Underground Station (Central Line) is approximately 2 minutes' walk away
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:0013:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:15 - 14:45 Sunday 10:15 - 11:15
- Type of shops available: Coffee kiosk and photo booth located in the ticket hall. Local shops and the Westfield shopping centre are located opposite the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Station Category A . This station has step free access to all platforms . Access from the ticket hall entrance only.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop D in Ariel Way for westbound services to Clapham Junction
- Metro: Shepherd's Bush London Underground Station (Central Line) is approximately 2 minutes' walk away

