The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS)
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) 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 Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) 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 133 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.
8:393h39London Gatwick Airport12:18Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS)£341One-way0 changes
8:393h39London Gatwick Airport12:18Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS)£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 133 km
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3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 23:09 Gatwick Airport | 8h10 | 7:19 Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) | 2 changes | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
![]() | 8:39 London Gatwick Airport | 3h39 | 12:18 Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:39, the last at 08:39. The fastest train covers the 133 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 133 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 8:39 |
Last train 8:39 |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) from £18. 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 Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) 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 Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Station Road opposite The Avocet pub To Poole: Station Road outside The Avocet pub
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