The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) you need to make at least one change.
W60024+
L751218:130h50Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:03London Waterloo (WAT)£171One-way1 change
W57476+
L766308:020h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:51London Waterloo (WAT)£171One-way1 change
W57816+
Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo8:060h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:05London Waterloo (WAT)£211One-way1 change
G84455+
Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo8:160h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:15London Waterloo (WAT)£211One-way1 change
W57476+
L766308:020h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:51London Waterloo (WAT)£171One-way1 change
W60024+
L751218:130h50Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:03London Waterloo (WAT)£171One-way1 change
W57816+
Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo8:060h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:05London Waterloo (WAT)£211One-way1 change
G84455+
Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo8:160h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:15London Waterloo (WAT)£211One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 38 km
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W57476+ L76630 | 7:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h49 | 7:51 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W57816+ Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo | 7:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 8:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W60024+ L75121 | 7:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h50 | 8:03 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
G84455+ Tube from London Blackfriars to London Waterloo | 7:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 8:15 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Southern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 44m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 6:01 |
Last train 23:27 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) from £5. 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 London Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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