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Compare coach and train for London Gatwick Airport to Branksome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Branksome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, while a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 131 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£60 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Branksome:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Branksome costing on average £60.
Other travel options to Branksome take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 25m.
Tickets start at around £60 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-33.22. The journey takes 2h 37m versus 2h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Branksome by coach or train
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Branksome trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Branksome.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Branksome.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Branksome.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Branksome.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Branksome
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Branksome run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £45 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 5:56 |
Last train 23:09 |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Branksome trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Branksome from £45. 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 Gatwick Airport to Branksome train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Branksome 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 Branksome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Branksome
Most London Gatwick Airport to Branksome trains use the London Waterloo to Branksome station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Branksome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Branksome from Branksome city centre
Branksome train station facilities and services
Branksome has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Branksome.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Branksome.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Branksome.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Branksome: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Branksome: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Branksome: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category C station. Steps to both platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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