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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£81
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£81
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 15 m
Trains on 18 Sept
13
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA) will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA) you need to make at least one change.
7:162h14Gatwick Airport9:30Deal station (DEA)£811One-way1 change- 8:162h15Gatwick Airport10:31Deal station (DEA)£811One-way1 change
- 9:162h15Gatwick Airport11:31Deal station (DEA)£811One-way1 change
- 10:162h15Gatwick Airport12:31Deal station (DEA)£811One-way1 change
- 11:162h15Gatwick Airport13:31Deal station (DEA)£811One-way1 change
- 7:162h14Gatwick Airport9:30Deal station (DEA)£811One-way1 change
- 8:162h15Gatwick Airport10:31Deal station (DEA)£811One-way1 change
- 9:162h15Gatwick Airport11:31Deal station (DEA)£811One-way1 change
- 10:162h15Gatwick Airport12:31Deal station (DEA)£811One-way1 change
- 11:162h15Gatwick Airport13:31Deal station (DEA)£811One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £28, while a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 110 km
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA):
A ferry is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA) costing on average £43.
Other travel options to Deal station (DEA) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 19m.
Tickets start at around £43 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-19.16. The journey takes 2h 19m versus 1h 36m 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.
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:16 Gatwick Airport | 2h15 | 10:31 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| 9:16 Gatwick Airport | 2h15 | 11:31 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| 10:16 Gatwick Airport | 2h15 | 12:31 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| 11:16 Gatwick Airport | 2h15 | 13:31 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| 12:16 Gatwick Airport | 2h15 | 14:31 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| 16:16 Gatwick Airport | 2h19 | 18:35 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| 17:16 Gatwick Airport | 2h18 | 19:34 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| 18:16 Gatwick Airport | 2h16 | 20:32 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| 19:16 Gatwick Airport | 2h15 | 21:31 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| 20:06 Gatwick Airport | 2h25 | 22:31 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| 21:06 Gatwick Airport | 2h24 | 23:30 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| 22:06 Gatwick Airport | 2h25 | 0:31 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 7:16 Gatwick Airport | 2h14 | 9:30 Deal station (DEA) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA) run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £24 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 07:22, the last at 08:32. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 7:22 |
Last train 8:32 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA) trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Deal station (DEA) from £24. 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 Deal station (DEA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA) 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 Deal station (DEA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Deal station (DEA)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Deal station (DEA) trains use the London St Pancras International to Deal station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Deal station (DEA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Deal from Deal city centre
Deal train station facilities and services
Deal has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deal. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deal: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Deal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deal: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London via main entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London, via path down from London Road. Step free interchange via road and steep paths is in excess of 400 metres. Stepped access between platform via the footbridge, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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