Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train with Great Western Railway

Sat 29 Aug
+ Add return
Great Western Railway
Chiltern Railways
Cross Country
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Avanti West Coast
2,000+ travel companies
Great Western Railway
Chiltern Railways
Cross Country
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Avanti West Coast
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Aug

Cheapest price on 29 Aug

£30

Average ticket price on 29 Aug

£37

Fastest journey on 29 Aug

2 h 6 m

Average journey duration on 29 Aug

2 h 7 m

Trains on 29 Aug

45

Distance

102 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford station (OXF) 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 Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.

Fast trains

To travel from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western RailwayW35359+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW45730
    8:322h12
    Oxford station (OXF)
    10:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW35363+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkC02721
    10:322h12
    Oxford station (OXF)
    12:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34868+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW45729
    10:002h14
    Oxford station (OXF)
    12:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW35366+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW45721
    11:322h12
    Oxford station (OXF)
    13:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34873+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW45736
    10:592h15
    Oxford station (OXF)
    13:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £301One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 102 km

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Coach

£27

Average Price

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 8m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 9m

Average total duration

2h 39m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountryG01009+Great Western RailwayG1510012:15 Oxford station (OXF)
2h10
14:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35367+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW4549112:32 Oxford station (OXF)
2h12
14:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35367 · G1510112:32 Oxford station (OXF)
2h23
14:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
CrossCountryG01180+Great Western RailwayG15101
On time
12:40 Oxford station (OXF)
2h15
14:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34882 · G1510213:00 Oxford station (OXF)
2h25
15:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34882+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW45431
On time
13:00 Oxford station (OXF)
2h14
15:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 changes
CrossCountryG01013+Great Western RailwayG15102
On time
13:16 Oxford station (OXF)
2h09
15:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35369+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW45488
On time
13:31 Oxford station (OXF)
2h13
15:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35369 · G15103
On time
13:31 Oxford station (OXF)
2h24
15:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG14992 · G1510414:01 Oxford station (OXF)
2h24
16:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14992+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW4540614:01 Oxford station (OXF)
2h13
16:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
CrossCountryG01018+Great Western RailwayG15104
On time
14:17 Oxford station (OXF)
2h08
16:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Saturday 29 August
CrossCountryG00998+Great Western RailwayC423428:18 Oxford station (OXF)
2h07
10:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
CrossCountryG00998+Elizabeth lineC37754+ThameslinkC026648:18 Oxford station (OXF)
2h46
11:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35359+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW457308:32 Oxford station (OXF)
2h12
10:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35359 · C423438:32 Oxford station (OXF)
2h23
10:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35359+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+SouthernG880598:32 Oxford station (OXF)
2h17
10:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
CrossCountryG01174+Great Western RailwayC423438:39 Oxford station (OXF)
2h16
10:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayC42241+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkC027308:57 Oxford station (OXF)
2h17
11:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC42241 · C423448:57 Oxford station (OXF)
2h28
11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
CrossCountryG00999+Great Western RailwayC423449:16 Oxford station (OXF)
2h09
11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35361+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW457199:32 Oxford station (OXF)
2h12
11:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayY15273 · C423459:48 Oxford station (OXF)
2h07
11:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15273+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressG270799:48 Oxford station (OXF)
2h12
12:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34868 · C4234610:00 Oxford station (OXF)
2h25
12:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34868+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW4572910:00 Oxford station (OXF)
2h14
12:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
CrossCountryG01002+Great Western RailwayC4234610:19 Oxford station (OXF)
2h06
12:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35363+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkC0272110:32 Oxford station (OXF)
2h12
12:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35363 · C4234710:32 Oxford station (OXF)
2h23
12:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34873+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW4573610:59 Oxford station (OXF)
2h15
13:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34873 · C4234810:59 Oxford station (OXF)
2h26
13:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
CrossCountryG01006+Great Western RailwayC4234811:18 Oxford station (OXF)
2h07
13:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35366+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW4572111:32 Oxford station (OXF)
2h12
13:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC42242 · C4235011:59 Oxford station (OXF)
2h26
14:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayC42242+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW4573511:59 Oxford station (OXF)
2h15
14:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by coach or train

Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sat
29 Aug
Sun
30 Aug
Mon
31 Aug
Tue
01 Sept
Wed
02 Sept
Thu
03 Sept
Fri
04 Sept

Why should you book Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Chiltern Railways, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and more offer trains services from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 02:52, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 2h 2m.

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 £8
Distance
102 km
Average train duration
2h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 2m
First train
2:52
Last train
23:10
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
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 £8

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsGreat Western Railway, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Oxford station (OXF) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
£11
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
£59
Chiltern Railways frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
£77
Cross Country frequency
16 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest Price
£74
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
34 a day

FAQs: Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford station (OXF) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) covers a distance of 102 km and takes approximately 2h 2m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is 102 km.
The first train from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 2:52.
The last train from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) departs at 23:10.
Trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
To get from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The cheapest way to get from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Oxford to Gatwick Airport offers a mix of urban and rural views. Passengers can enjoy the picturesque countryside of the Thames Valley and glimpses of the Chiltern Hills, making parts of the trip quite scenic.
A day trip from Oxford to Gatwick Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 2m. Trains run 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford station (OXF) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Most Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Oxford to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford station (OXF) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Oxford
Arrival train stations in London
OxfordOxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre

BusS1, Ns1 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~12 min
5, 3, 3A, 400, N3, N400 · 9m · £2 · every ~66 min
X1, X15, 600 · 9m · £2 · every ~14 min
X20, 120 · 10m · every ~10 min

Oxford train station facilities and services

Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Oxford.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oxford.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More options for your journey from Oxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Most popular trains to and from Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Oxford station (OXF)

HomeTrainsOxford station (OXF) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone