The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
58 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 11 m
Trains on 20 Sept
2
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenwich station (GNW) 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 Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 2 trains from Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
7:330h58Greenwich station (GNW)8:31London Gatwick Airport£111One-way0 changes
8:111h23Greenwich station (GNW)9:34London Gatwick Airport£241One-way0 changes
7:330h58Greenwich station (GNW)8:31London Gatwick Airport£111One-way0 changes
8:111h23Greenwich station (GNW)9:34London Gatwick Airport£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport 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 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 37 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£24 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £24.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 12m.
Live departures
Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:59 Greenwich station (GNW) | 1h05 | 9:04 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Southern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 38m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 21:47 |
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Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Greenwich station (GNW) and London Gatwick Airport 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: Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenwich station (GNW) 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 Greenwich station (GNW) and London Gatwick Airport
Most Greenwich station (GNW) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Greenwich to London Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Greenwich station (GNW) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Greenwich from Greenwich city centre
Greenwich is 2 km from Greenwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Greenwich train station facilities and services
Greenwich has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Greenwich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Greenwich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Greenwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help 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 Greenwich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Greenwich: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenwich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 via ramp. Step free access to platform 2 via station entrance. Step free interchange via DLR lift to/from DLR subway. For stepped access between platforms go via station subway, 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 05:30 - 19:40 Saturday 05:30 - 19:40 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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