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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portslade to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
36 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
37 m
Trains on 23 Sept
4
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portslade 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 to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 4 trains from Portslade to London Gatwick Airport, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 37 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.
19:470h36Portslade20:23London Gatwick Airport£91One-way0 changes- 12:470h37Portslade13:24London Gatwick Airport£91One-way0 changes
- 12:170h37Portslade12:54London Gatwick Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 8:470h36Portslade9:23London Gatwick Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 19:470h36Portslade20:23London Gatwick Airport£91One-way0 changes
- 8:470h36Portslade9:23London Gatwick Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 12:170h37Portslade12:54London Gatwick Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 12:470h37Portslade13:24London Gatwick Airport£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portslade to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portslade to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 35 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portslade to London Gatwick Airport:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portslade to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £18.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 57m.
Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-10.86. The journey takes 37m versus 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Portslade to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Portslade to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:47 Portslade | 0h36 | 9:23 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:17 Portslade | 0h37 | 12:54 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:47 Portslade | 0h37 | 13:24 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Portslade to London Gatwick Airport by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portslade to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Portslade to London Gatwick Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:47, the last at 09:47. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 37m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 9:47 |
Last train 9:47 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Southern from Portslade to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern trains will get you between Portslade and London Gatwick Airport from £7. 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 to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portslade 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portslade and London Gatwick Airport
Most Portslade to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Portslade to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Portslade and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Portslade from Portslade city centre
Portslade train station facilities and services
Portslade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Station Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portslade.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portslade.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portslade: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Portslade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portslade: 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.
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