London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

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Cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for 21 Sept

Cheapest

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.

Cheapest
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
15:200h59
London Kings Cross (KGX)
16:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£291One-way
1 change
Cheapest
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
08:280h57
London Kings Cross (KGX)
09:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£291One-way
1 change
Cheapest
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
15:090h59
London Kings Cross (KGX)
16:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£291One-way
1 change
Cheapest
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
08:090h59
London Kings Cross (KGX)
09:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£291One-way
1 change
Cheapest
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
08:200h59
London Kings Cross (KGX)
09:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£291One-way
1 change

Train timetableLondon Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 21 September
Gatwick Express
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
08:030h57
London Kings Cross (KGX)
09:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Thameslink
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge
08:041h00
London Kings Cross (KGX)
09:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
08:090h59
London Kings Cross (KGX)
09:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Thameslink
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge
08:141h00
London Kings Cross (KGX)
09:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
08:200h59
London Kings Cross (KGX)
09:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
08:280h57
London Kings Cross (KGX)
09:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Gatwick Express
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
15:030h57
London Kings Cross (KGX)
16:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Thameslink
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge
15:041h00
London Kings Cross (KGX)
16:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
15:090h59
London Kings Cross (KGX)
16:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Thameslink
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Bridge
15:141h00
London Kings Cross (KGX)
16:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
15:200h59
London Kings Cross (KGX)
16:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
15:280h57
London Kings Cross (KGX)
16:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change

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Train times from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for 21 Sept

Fastest Journey

57 m

Average

58 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

42 km

To travel from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least one change.

Fastest
Gatwick Express
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
08:030h57
London Kings Cross (KGX)
09:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£371One-way
1 change
Fastest
Gatwick Express
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
15:030h57
London Kings Cross (KGX)
16:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£371One-way
1 change
Fastest
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
08:280h57
London Kings Cross (KGX)
09:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£291One-way
1 change
Fastest
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
15:280h57
London Kings Cross (KGX)
16:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£291One-way
1 change
Southern
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria
15:200h59
London Kings Cross (KGX)
16:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£291One-way
1 change

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Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

distanceDistance25 miles
durationAverage train duration57 min
priceAverage train ticket price£28 (€32)
frequencyTrain frequency50 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 43 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesThameslink or Southern

Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) cover the 25 miles long trip taking on average 57 min with our travel partners like Thameslink or Southern. Normally, there are 50 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £28, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £18.

Train companies: Thameslink, Southern and Gatwick Express trains London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Find the best trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Omio's travel partners Thameslink, Southern and Gatwick Express from £18. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train information with Thameslink:

  • Average Duration: 43 min
  • Cheapest Price: £30
  • Thameslink frequency: 35 a day

FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is £28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train travel time is 57 min   for the 25 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 05: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 21: 23.
Yes, there are 43 direct trains a day from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) with Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the route from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you can take a train with Thameslink or Southern. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 23.
A day trip to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from London Kings Cross (KGX) is worth doing with a journey time of 57 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Gatwick Airport (GTW) from London Kings Cross (KGX) including taking a train or coach.

Trains departing from London Kings Cross

Distance from London Kings Cross to city center
Distance from London Kings Cross to city center
2.2 miles (3.6 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 05: 00 - 01: 36 | Sat: 05: 00 - 00: 36 | Sun: 05: 30 - 01: 36
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Metro: N/A
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
London City Airport
9 miles
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached from the station by public transit in 30 minutes. Take the Southeastern line from St Pancras International to Stratford International, then take the DLR line to the airport.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
Located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. | Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Lockers
Lockers
Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08: 00 until 21: 00.
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. Clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Dining
Dining
Caffè Nero | Starbucks | The Pasty Shop | Upper Crust | Giraffe World Kitchen | Black Sheep Coffee | Hotel Chocolat | Leon | Pret a Manger | Wasabi | & more
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located near the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.

Trains arriving to Gatwick Airport

Distance from Gatwick Airport to city center
Distance from Gatwick Airport to city center
29.3 miles (47.2 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
24/7
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
Onward travel information: Available from airport.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
London Gatwick Airport
1 miles
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached from the station by public transit in 5 minutes via the inter-terminal shuttle.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
Located outside the station as well as on concourse.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
Lockers
Lockers
Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06: 00 until 18: 00.
Dining
Dining
Costa Coffee | KFC | McDonald's
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Enterprise | Alamo | Hertz | SIXT | Europcar | Avis
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located inside the main terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.

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