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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
56 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 2 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ) 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 Willesden Junction (WIJ) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
7:021h06Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:08Willesden Junction (WIJ)£141One-way0 changes- 5:130h56Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:09Willesden Junction (WIJ)£181One-way0 changes
- 7:141h04Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:18Willesden Junction (WIJ)£181One-way0 changes
- 5:130h56Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:09Willesden Junction (WIJ)£181One-way0 changes
- 7:141h04Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:18Willesden Junction (WIJ)£181One-way0 changes
- 7:021h06Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:08Willesden Junction (WIJ)£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 42 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ):
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ) costing on average £18.
Other travel options to Willesden Junction (WIJ) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 18m.
The journey is about 28m faster (46m by train vs 1h 14m by car) and roughly £5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£18 vs £23). 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 Willesden Junction (WIJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 8:18 Willesden Junction (WIJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 9:31 Willesden Junction (WIJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h03 | 9:46 Willesden Junction (WIJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 08:13. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 44m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 4:38 |
Last train 8:13 |
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Train companies: Southern, London Overground from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ) trainsSouthern, London Overground trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Willesden Junction (WIJ) 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 Willesden Junction (WIJ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Willesden Junction (WIJ) 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 Willesden Junction (WIJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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