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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 42 km
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Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:04 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 06:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:09 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h59 | 08:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:20 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h59 | 08:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:09 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h59 | 09:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:30, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 29m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 03:30 |
Last train 20:53 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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