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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Eastleigh station (ESL)
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Eastleigh station (ESL) 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 Eastleigh station (ESL) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Eastleigh station (ESL) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Eastleigh station (ESL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Eastleigh station (ESL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 85 km
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£24 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Eastleigh station (ESL) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Eastleigh station (ESL) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 11 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:39 London Gatwick Airport | 3h03 | 12:42 Eastleigh station (ESL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Eastleigh station (ESL)
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Eastleigh station (ESL) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 08:09. The fastest train covers the 85 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 01:40 |
Last train 08:09 |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway from London Gatwick Airport to Eastleigh station (ESL) trainsSouthern, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Eastleigh station (ESL) from £12. 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 Eastleigh station (ESL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Eastleigh station (ESL) 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 Eastleigh station (ESL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Eastleigh station (ESL)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:00 - 18:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets open until 2030. The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 2 and 3.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Hill (A335) Bus Layby outside station Terminating services: Station forecourt off Station Hill (A335)
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