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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
52 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
52 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) 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 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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.
8:430h52London Gatwick Airport9:35Shepherd's Bush (SPB)£141One-way0 changes- 7:430h52London Gatwick Airport8:35Shepherd's Bush (SPB)£181One-way0 changes
- 8:430h52London Gatwick Airport9:35Shepherd's Bush (SPB)£141One-way0 changes
- 7:430h52London Gatwick Airport8:35Shepherd's Bush (SPB)£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, while a coach costs an average of £20.
Distance: 38 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB):
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) costing on average £20.
Other travel options to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 4m.
The journey is about 42m faster (40m by train vs 1h 22m by car) and roughly £5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£17 vs £22). 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.
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 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:43 London Gatwick Airport | 0h52 | 8:35 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB)
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 08:02. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 36m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 6:14 |
Last train 8:02 |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Shepherd's Bush (SPB) from £6. 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 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Shepherd's Bush (SPB) 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 Shepherd's Bush (SPB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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