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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
28 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
30 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP) 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 Preston Park (PRP) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 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.
18:310h28London Gatwick Airport18:59Preston Park (PRP)£101One-way0 changes
9:050h33London Gatwick Airport9:38Preston Park (PRP)£131One-way0 changes
8:220h28London Gatwick Airport8:50Preston Park (PRP)£151One-way0 changes
- 18:310h28London Gatwick Airport18:59Preston Park (PRP)£101One-way0 changes
- 8:220h28London Gatwick Airport8:50Preston Park (PRP)£151One-way0 changes
- 9:050h33London Gatwick Airport9:38Preston Park (PRP)£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 35 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP):
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP) costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Preston Park (PRP) take longer:
Coach takes on average 43m.
The journey is about 3m faster (30m by train vs 33m by car) and roughly £59 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£15 vs £74). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Southern, Thameslink.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:22 London Gatwick Airport | 0h28 | 10:50 Preston Park (PRP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:52 London Gatwick Airport | 0h28 | 15:20 Preston Park (PRP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:05 London Gatwick Airport | 0h33 | 15:38 Preston Park (PRP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:05 London Gatwick Airport | 0h33 | 16:38 Preston Park (PRP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:36 London Gatwick Airport | 0h34 | 18:10 Preston Park (PRP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:05 London Gatwick Airport | 0h33 | 19:38 Preston Park (PRP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:08 London Gatwick Airport | 0h34 | 23:42 Preston Park (PRP) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP) by train or coach
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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 or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP).
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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 Thameslink or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP).
- 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 Preston Park (PRP).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP)
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:22, the last at 11:05. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 27m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 7:22 |
Last train 11:05 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Preston Park (PRP) 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 Preston Park (PRP) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP) 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 Preston Park (PRP), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Preston Park (PRP)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Preston Park (PRP) trains use the London Bridge to Brighton station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Preston Park (PRP) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, 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, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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