London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train

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Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Showing times and prices for 13 Oct

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Thameslink
G54550
08:051h13
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:18London Kings Cross (KGX)
£211One-way
1 change
Cheapest
Thameslink
G54144
08:081h24
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:32London Kings Cross (KGX)
£211One-way
1 change
Cheapest
Thameslink
G54552
08:361h07
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:43London Kings Cross (KGX)
£211One-way
1 change
Southern
G38592
08:251h16
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:41London Kings Cross (KGX)
£291One-way
1 change

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 October
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Thameslink
G54550
08:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1h13 09:18 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change
Thameslink
G54144
08:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1h24 09:32 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change
Southern
G38592
08:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1h16 09:41 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change
Thameslink
G54552
08:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1h07 09:43 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change

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Train times from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Showing times and prices for 13 Oct

Fastest Journey

1 h 7 m

Average

1 h 15 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

41 km

To travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) you need to make at least one change.

Fastest
Thameslink
G54552
08:361h07
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:43London Kings Cross (KGX)
£211One-way
1 change
Thameslink
G54550
08:051h13
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:18London Kings Cross (KGX)
£211One-way
1 change
Southern
G38592
08:251h16
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:41London Kings Cross (KGX)
£291One-way
1 change
Thameslink
G54144
08:081h24
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
09:32London Kings Cross (KGX)
£211One-way
1 change

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Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

distanceDistance25 miles
durationAverage train duration40 min
priceAverage train ticket price£27 (€31)
frequencyTrain frequency19 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 19 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersThameslink or Southern

Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) cover the 25 miles long trip taking on average 40 min with our travel partners like Thameslink or Southern. Normally, there are 19 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £27, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £15.

Train companies: Thameslink, Southern and Gatwick Express trains London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Thameslink, Southern and Gatwick Express trains will get you from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 2 min
  • Cheapest Price: £10
  • Thameslink frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is £27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train travel time is 40 min   for the 25 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 05: 13. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 21: 26.
Yes, there are 19 direct trains a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) with Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train with Thameslink or Southern. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Kings Cross (KGX) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 26.
A day trip to London Kings Cross (KGX) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Kings Cross (KGX) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) including taking a train or coach.

Trains arriving to London Kings Cross

Distance from London Kings Cross to city center
Distance from London Kings Cross to city center
2.2 miles (3.6 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 05: 00 - 01: 36 | Sat: 05: 00 - 00: 36 | Sun: 05: 30 - 01: 36
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Metro: N/A
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
London City Airport
9 miles
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached from the station by public transit in 30 minutes. Take the Southeastern line from St Pancras International to Stratford International, then take the DLR line to the airport.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
Located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. | Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Lockers
Lockers
Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08: 00 until 21: 00.
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. Clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Dining
Dining
Caffè Nero | Starbucks | The Pasty Shop | Upper Crust | Giraffe World Kitchen | Black Sheep Coffee | Hotel Chocolat | Leon | Pret a Manger | Wasabi | & more
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located near the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.

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