19:200h37London Gatwick Airport19:57Portslade station (PLD)£111One-way0 changes
9:520h35London Gatwick Airport10:27Portslade station (PLD)£121One-way0 changes
6:450h50London Gatwick Airport7:35Portslade station (PLD)£171One-way0 changes
22:490h39London Gatwick Airport23:28Portslade station (PLD)£181One-way0 changes
9:520h35London Gatwick Airport10:27Portslade station (PLD)£121One-way0 changes
19:200h37London Gatwick Airport19:57Portslade station (PLD)£111One-way0 changes
22:490h39London Gatwick Airport23:28Portslade station (PLD)£181One-way0 changes
6:450h50London Gatwick Airport7:35Portslade station (PLD)£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD) 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 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 36 km
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD) trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 22:49 London Gatwick Airport | 0h39 | 23:28 Portslade station (PLD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 6:45 London Gatwick Airport | 0h50 | 7:35 Portslade station (PLD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:52 London Gatwick Airport | 0h35 | 10:27 Portslade station (PLD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD) by train or coach
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD) 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 Gatwick Express, Thameslink or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Gatwick Express, Thameslink or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD).
- 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 Portslade station (PLD).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 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 23:21. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 35m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 23:21 |
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Train companies: Southern, Gatwick Express, Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD) trainsSouthern, Gatwick Express, Thameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Portslade station (PLD) 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 Portslade station (PLD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD) 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 Portslade station (PLD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Portslade station (PLD)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD) trains use the London Victoria to Portslade station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Portslade station (PLD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Portslade from Portslade city centre
Portslade train station facilities and services
Portslade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Station Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portslade.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portslade.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portslade: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Portslade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portslade: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short steep ramps (above 1:10 gradient) Access between platforms via level crossing (over 400m). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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, 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: No.
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