Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£21

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£21

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 54 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 59 m

Trains on 18 Sept

6

Distance

130 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Huntingdon 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 Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport, including 3 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.

  • ThameslinkW32916 · W45525
    9:081h56
    Huntingdon station (HUN)
    11:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £211One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkW32916
    9:082h08
    Huntingdon station (HUN)
    11:16Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £211One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW32885 · W32982
    10:101h54
    Huntingdon station (HUN)
    12:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £211One-way
    1 change
  • ThameslinkW32884
    9:402h06
    Huntingdon station (HUN)
    11:46Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £211One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW32884 · W45545
    9:401h54
    Huntingdon station (HUN)
    11:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £211One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 130 km

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Most popular
Train
Coach
Driving

£27

Average Price

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£30

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 25m

Average total duration

2h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 54m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport is a coach with an average price of £7.

This is compared to other travel options from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport:

A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £27.

The fastest way to travel from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.

Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Huntingdon and London Gatwick Airport including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (1h 45m by train vs 1h 54m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£27 vs £30). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Thameslink.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Thameslink7:52 Huntingdon
1h52
9:44 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Thameslink12:10 Huntingdon
2h04
14:14 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Thameslink13:40 Huntingdon
2h06
15:46 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Thameslink as well as Great Northern offer trains services from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport

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Trains from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 17:10. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 2h 6m.

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
130 km
Average train duration
1h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
2h 6m
First train
5:10
Last train
17:10
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
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, Great Northern from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Huntingdon and London Gatwick Airport from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Thameslink Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£21
Thameslink frequency
23 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
Family area

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Northern Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£73
Great Northern frequency
4 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
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Huntingdon 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport covers a distance of 130 km and takes approximately 2h 6m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport is 130 km.
The first train from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 5:10.
The last train from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport departs at 17:10.
Trains from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train between Huntingdon and London Gatwick Airport. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To get from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Huntingdon 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 journey from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport is primarily urban and suburban, offering limited scenic views. It travels through towns and countryside but is more functional than picturesque.
A day trip from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 6m. Trains operate 10 times per day over a distance of 130 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Huntingdon and London Gatwick Airport

Most Huntingdon to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Huntingdon to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Huntingdon and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Huntingdon
Arrival train stations in London
HuntingdonHuntingdon station, Brampton Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 3BPWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Huntingdon from Huntingdon city centre

Bus904 · 3m · £2 · every ~1 min

Huntingdon train station facilities and services

Huntingdon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Huntingdon.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Huntingdon. ATMs are available at Huntingdon.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Huntingdon.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Huntingdon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Huntingdon: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Huntingdon: 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, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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.

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