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

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Aug

Cheapest price on 29 Aug

£30

Average ticket price on 29 Aug

£38

Fastest journey on 29 Aug

2 h 7 m

Average journey duration on 29 Aug

2 h 10 m

Trains on 29 Aug

12

Distance

100 km

Cheap tickets

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 £30.

Fast trains

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

  • Great Western RailwayC42242+ThameslinkW45735+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon
    11:592h15
    Oxford station (OXF)
    14:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW35359+ThameslinkW45730+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon
    8:322h12
    Oxford station (OXF)
    10:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW35368+ThameslinkC02735+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon
    12:332h11
    Oxford station (OXF)
    14:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC42241+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkC02730
    8:572h17
    Oxford station (OXF)
    11:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC42242 · C42350
    11:592h26
    Oxford station (OXF)
    14:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £411One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train 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 an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 100 km

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Coach

£27

Average Price

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 2m

Average total duration

2h 32m

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30m

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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 today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
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
Delayed
12:32 13:16Oxford station (OXF)
2h09
15:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35369 · G15103
On time
13:31 Oxford station (OXF)
2h24
15:55 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 RailwayG14992+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW45406
On time
14:01 Oxford station (OXF)
2h13
16:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14992 · G1510414:01 Oxford station (OXF)
2h24
16:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
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
Great Western RailwayW35359 · C423438:32 Oxford station (OXF)
2h23
10:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35359+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkW457308:32 Oxford station (OXF)
2h12
10:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
CrossCountryG01174+Great Western RailwayC423438:39 Oxford station (OXF)
2h16
10:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayC42241 · C423448:57 Oxford station (OXF)
2h28
11:25 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 RailwayC42242 · C4235011:59 Oxford station (OXF)
2h26
14:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayC42242+ThameslinkW45735+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon11:59 Oxford station (OXF)
2h15
14:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
CrossCountryG01010+Great Western RailwayC4235012:16 Oxford station (OXF)
2h09
14:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35368 · C4235112:33 Oxford station (OXF)
2h22
14:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35368+TubeTube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ThameslinkC0273512:33 Oxford station (OXF)
2h11
14:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
CrossCountryG01179+Great Western RailwayC4235112:43 Oxford station (OXF)
2h12
14:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change

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

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 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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Journey information

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

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Trains from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 17:27. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 2h 7m.

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
Distance
100 km
Average train duration
2h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 7m
First train
5:00
Last train
17:27
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
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

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, 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.

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 7m
Cheapest Price
£8
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
£76
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 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport covers a distance of 100 km and takes approximately 2h 7m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport is 100 km.
The first train from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 5:00.
The last train from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport departs at 17:27.
Trains from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport.
To get from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport is by train, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport is not particularly known for its scenic views. It primarily traverses urban and suburban landscapes, with some stretches of countryside, but it does not feature notable scenic highlights.
A day trip from Oxford to London Gatwick Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 7m, covering a distance of 100 km. However, trains operate 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport.

popular train stations

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

Most Oxford station (OXF) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Oxford to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford station (OXF) and London Gatwick Airport 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.

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