The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 5 trains that leave Oxford station (OXF) for London Gatwick Airport 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 100 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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 coach and train for Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 100 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£41 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:35 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h12 | 11:47 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:30 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h17 | 11:47 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:51 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h26 | 12:17 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:56 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h21 | 12:17 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h40 | 13:10 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport 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.
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Why should you book Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, 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 London Gatwick Airport.
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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 London Gatwick Airport.
- 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 London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 03:46 |
Last train 20:08 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Oxford station (OXF) and London Gatwick Airport from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Oxford station (OXF) and London Gatwick Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
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