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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portslade station (PLD) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portslade station (PLD) 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 Portslade station (PLD) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 2 trains that leave Portslade station (PLD) for London Gatwick Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.
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Compare train and coach for Portslade station (PLD) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portslade station (PLD) to London Gatwick Airport 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 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 36 km
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Overview: Train from Portslade station (PLD) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Portslade station (PLD) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 37m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 22:01 |
Train companies: Southern from Portslade station (PLD) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern trains will get you between Portslade station (PLD) and London Gatwick Airport from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portslade station (PLD) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portslade station (PLD) 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 Portslade station (PLD) and London Gatwick Airport
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:20 Saturday 05:55 - 19:20 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Cafe
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short steep ramps (above 1:10 gradient) Access between platforms via level crossing (over 400m). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting room in the booking hall and shelters on both platforms
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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