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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
36 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hove (HOV) 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 Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Hove (HOV) for London Gatwick Airport 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 36 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 34 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.
14:510h32
Hove (HOV)15:23London Gatwick Airport
£101One-way
0 changes
16:200h33
Hove (HOV)16:53London Gatwick Airport
£151One-way
0 changes
09:200h33
Hove (HOV)09:53London Gatwick Airport
£151One-way
0 changes
07:200h34
Hove (HOV)07:54London Gatwick Airport
£161One-way
0 changes
11:510h34
Hove (HOV)12:25London Gatwick Airport
£161One-way
0 changes
14:510h32
Hove (HOV)15:23London Gatwick Airport
£101One-way
0 changes
07:500h33
Hove (HOV)08:23London Gatwick Airport
£161One-way
0 changes
09:200h33
Hove (HOV)09:53London Gatwick Airport
£151One-way
0 changes
16:200h33
Hove (HOV)16:53London Gatwick Airport
£151One-way
0 changes
07:200h34
Hove (HOV)07:54London Gatwick Airport
£161One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 36 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£14 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:44
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y28881 | On time 08:20 Hove (HOV) | 0h34 | 08:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y28886 | On time 08:50 Hove (HOV) | 0h33 | 09:23 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y28891 | On time 09:20 Hove (HOV) | 0h33 | 09:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y11172 | On time 09:50 Hove (HOV) | 0h33 | 10:23 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y28901 | On time 10:20 Hove (HOV) | 0h33 | 10:53 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y28906 | On time 10:50 Hove (HOV) | 0h33 | 11:23 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 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 £4
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 21:20 |
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 £4
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between Hove (HOV) and London Gatwick Airport from £4. 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
32m
Cheapest Price
£6
Southern frequency
7 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
34m
Cheapest Price
£16
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: Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport train
FAQs: Travel by train from Hove (HOV) 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 Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hove (HOV) and London Gatwick Airport. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Southern, Southern.
Booking trains from Hove (HOV) 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 train distance from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport is 36 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport covers a distance of 36 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport is by coach, costing approximately £4.
The first train from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 5:21.
The last train from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport departs at 21:20.
Trains from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport.
There is no night train service from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, you can take the train from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport.
To get from Hove (HOV) to London Gatwick Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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Important Stations and Airports in Hove (HOV) and London Gatwick Airport
Brighton
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Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. 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 Southern 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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