Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

2 h 4 m

Average duration

2 h 10 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

56 km

Cheap tickets

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 £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) for London Gatwick Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 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 15 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.

Southeastern
05:012h15
Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)
07:16London Gatwick Airport
£281One-way
0 changes
Southeastern
07:152h04
Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)
09:19London Gatwick Airport
£331One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach 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 prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 56 km

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Coach

£28

Average Price

£16

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Cheapest

2h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 36m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 5m

Average total duration

3h 35m

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30m

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Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
southeastern04:00 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)
2h18
06:18 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
southeastern07:15 Gillingham (Kent) (GLM)
2h10
09:25 London Gatwick Airport0 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 8 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
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 £11
Distance
56 km
Average train duration
1h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 4m
First train
04:00
Last train
12:15
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 £11

Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) and London Gatwick Airport from £11. 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
Southern 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
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

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 4m
Cheapest Price
£18
Southeastern frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
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 Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Price
£52
Thameslink frequency
2 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

FAQs: Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport train

FAQs: Travel by train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport.
FAQs
To get from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport is 56 km.
The train journey from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport covers a distance of 56 km and takes approximately 2h 4m. Trains run 8 per day.
Booking trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 4:00.
The last train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport departs at 12:15.
The cost of a train ticket from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £28.
Trains from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport.
There is no night train service from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, you can take the train from Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) to London Gatwick Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Gillingham (Kent) (GLM) and London Gatwick Airport

Gillingham
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Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 19:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 1/2 & 3- Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Platforms 1/2 & 3 - Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platforms 1/2 & 3- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1/2 and platform 3 only available up to 8pm. (20:00 hrs)
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Gillingham (Kent)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Side entrance to platform 3, on Railway Street.

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