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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Showing times and prices for 30 Nov
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
39 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Fast trains
To travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least one change.
L47679+
Y2887608:020h56
London Waterloo (WAT)08:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
L52337+Y2857408:440h47
London Waterloo (WAT)09:31Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
L52357+Y2881009:420h49
London Waterloo (WAT)10:31Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
L01490+Y2857208:180h46
London Waterloo (WAT)09:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
L47697+Y2888509:020h46
London Waterloo (WAT)09:48Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
L01490+Y2857208:180h46
London Waterloo (WAT)09:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
L47697+Y2888509:020h46
London Waterloo (WAT)09:48Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
L52337+Y2857408:440h47
London Waterloo (WAT)09:31Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
L50102+Y2880809:140h48
London Waterloo (WAT)10:02Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
L52357+Y2881009:420h49
London Waterloo (WAT)10:31Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£241One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 39 km
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Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 23:36
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L47679+Y28876 | On time 08:02 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h56 | 08:58 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L01490+Y28572 | On time 08:18 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h46 | 09:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L52337+Y28574 | On time 08:44 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h47 | 09:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L47697+Y28885 | On time 09:02 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h46 | 09:48 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L50102+Y28808 | On time 09:14 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h48 | 10:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L52357+Y28810 | On time 09:42 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h49 | 10:31 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 21:36. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 42m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 21:36 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Tube, Gatwick Express from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Tube, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) 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.
Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
£17
Southern frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£24
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Gatwick Express
About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Gatwick Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.
Tube
About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.
FAQs: London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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.
Booking trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, a day trip from London Waterloo to Gatwick Airport is feasible. The journey takes just 42m, covers 39 km, and trains run 10 times per day.
The train journey from London Waterloo to Gatwick Airport offers a mix of urban and suburban views, with glimpses of the Surrey countryside, but it is not typically considered a particularly scenic route.
The cheapest way to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The cost of a train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) covers a distance of 39 km and takes approximately 42m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is 39 km.
The last train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) departs at 21:36.
The first train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 0:14.
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Yes, you can take the train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
There is no night train service from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
To get from London Waterloo (WAT) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Waterloo (WAT) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
London
London
The major train station for departures in London is London Waterloo. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Waterloo for your trip from London to London.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Waterloo
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Waterloo
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
The major train station for arrivals in London is Gatwick Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gatwick Airport for your journey to London from London.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
Dining
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Car Rental
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
Information Desk
- Located inside the main terminal.
Public transport options for Gatwick Airport
- 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
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
Dining
- Costa Coffee
- KFC
- McDonald's
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Gatwick Airport
- Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
- Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Car Rental
- Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.
Information Desk
- Located inside the main terminal.
Public transport options for Gatwick Airport
- 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
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