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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Hove (HOV)
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Hove (HOV) 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 Hove (HOV) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Hove (HOV) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 46 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 Hove (HOV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Hove (HOV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 36 km
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1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Hove (HOV) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Hove (HOV) trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:01 London Gatwick Airport | 0h48 | 06:49 Hove (HOV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:01 London Gatwick Airport | 0h46 | 07:47 Hove (HOV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:52 London Gatwick Airport | 0h31 | 12:23 Hove (HOV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:31 London Gatwick Airport | 0h46 | 16:17 Hove (HOV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:52 London Gatwick Airport | 0h33 | 17:25 Hove (HOV) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Hove (HOV)
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Hove (HOV) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 31m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Southern, Gatwick Express, Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Hove (HOV) trainsSouthern, Gatwick Express, Thameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Hove (HOV) from £4. 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 Hove (HOV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Hove (HOV) 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 Hove (HOV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Hove (HOV)
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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