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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
47 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Hendon station (HEN) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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.
07:391h05
Hendon station (HEN)08:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£251One-way
0 changes
12:091h05
Hendon station (HEN)13:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£251One-way
0 changes
14:541h10
Hendon station (HEN)16:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£251One-way
0 changes
02:121h18
Hendon station (HEN)03:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£251One-way
0 changes
08:241h10
Hendon station (HEN)09:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£261One-way
0 changes
07:391h05
Hendon station (HEN)08:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£251One-way
0 changes
12:091h05
Hendon station (HEN)13:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£251One-way
0 changes
08:541h10
Hendon station (HEN)10:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£261One-way
0 changes
14:541h10
Hendon station (HEN)16:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£251One-way
0 changes
08:241h10
Hendon station (HEN)09:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£261One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 47 km
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£24 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 06:50
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:24 Hendon station (HEN) | 1h10 | 08:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:54 Hendon station (HEN) | 1h10 | 10:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 02:12 Hendon station (HEN) | 1h18 | 03:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £7 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 £7
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 01:12 |
Last train 16:24 |
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 £7
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Hendon station (HEN) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £7. 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
Average Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest Price
£17
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
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 5m
Cheapest Price
£17
Thameslink frequency
8 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: Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Booking trains from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is 47 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hendon station (HEN) and Gatwick Airport (GTW). The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The cost of a train ticket from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The cheapest way to get from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train journey from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) covers a distance of 47 km and takes approximately 1h 5m. Trains run 9 per day.
To get from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The first train from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 1:12.
The last train from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) departs at 16:24.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Yes, you can take the train from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Trains from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run approximately 9 times per day.
There is no night train service from Hendon station (HEN) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
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Important Stations and Airports in Hendon station (HEN) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Hendon
London
The major train station for departures in Hendon is Hendon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hendon for your trip from Hendon to London.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
11 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step - free access from the car park to platform 1 (for trains towards London). There are steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the front of the station next to the bike rack. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside Main Entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Hendon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The main road outside the station, bus stop on the railway bridge.
The major train station for arrivals in London is Gatwick Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gatwick Airport for your journey to London from Hendon.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
Dining
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Car Rental
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
Information Desk
- Located inside the main terminal.
Public transport options for Gatwick Airport
- 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
Most popular trains to and from Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Hendon station (HEN)
Most popular train connections to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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