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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Portslade station (PLD) 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 Portslade station (PLD) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Portslade station (PLD) every day 3 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 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
5:051h02London Gatwick Airport6:07Portslade station (PLD)£161One-way0 changes
10:520h35London Gatwick Airport11:27Portslade station (PLD)£181One-way0 changes
8:310h49London Gatwick Airport9:20Portslade station (PLD)£191One-way0 changes
- 10:520h35London Gatwick Airport11:27Portslade station (PLD)£181One-way0 changes
- 8:310h49London Gatwick Airport9:20Portslade station (PLD)£191One-way0 changes
- 5:051h02London Gatwick Airport6:07Portslade station (PLD)£161One-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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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)
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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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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:20 Saturday 05:55 - 19:20 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Cafe
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting room in the booking hall and shelters on both platforms
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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