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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 6 trains that leave London Charing Cross (CHX) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 50 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 39 km
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Live departures
London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W59698 | On time 01:40 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h50 | 02:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W59700 | On time 02:40 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h50 | 03:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W59702 | On time 03:40 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h50 | 04:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W60444 | On time 04:30 London Victoria (VIC) | 0h42 | 05:12 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 12:15. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 42m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 01:40 |
Last train 12:15 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Charing Cross (CHX) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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