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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 7 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
13:152h04Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)15:19London Gatwick Airport£171One-way0 changes- 5:012h07Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)7:08London Gatwick Airport£261One-way0 changes
- 8:152h10Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)10:25London Gatwick Airport£311One-way0 changes
- 13:152h04Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)15:19London Gatwick Airport£171One-way0 changes
- 5:012h07Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)7:08London Gatwick Airport£261One-way0 changes
- 8:152h10Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)10:25London Gatwick Airport£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 56 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £38.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 56m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-25.16. The journey takes 1h 34m versus 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:01 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 2h07 | 7:08 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:15 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) | 2h10 | 10:25 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 35 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 20:06. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 35 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 7:15 |
Last train 20:06 |
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Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) and London Gatwick Airport from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) and London Gatwick Airport
Most Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Gillingham (Kent) to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Gillingham (Kent) from Gillingham city centre
Gillingham (Kent) train station facilities and services
Gillingham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gillingham (Kent). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information 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 Gillingham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gillingham (Kent): 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 and interchange via lifts. Step free access direct to Platform 3 via side entrance off Railway Street. Stepped access from main entrance via station footbridge, 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: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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