Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£14

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

28 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

31 m

Trains on 18 Sept

6

Distance

35 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston Park (PRP) 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 Preston Park (PRP) 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 £9.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport, including 6 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 35 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.

  • Southern
    11:260h28
    Preston Park (PRP)
    11:54London Gatwick Airport
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • Southern
    10:250h28
    Preston Park (PRP)
    10:53London Gatwick Airport
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    8:000h35
    Preston Park (PRP)
    8:35London Gatwick Airport
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    16:320h33
    Preston Park (PRP)
    17:05London Gatwick Airport
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    12:320h33
    Preston Park (PRP)
    13:05London Gatwick Airport
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 35 km

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Train
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Coach
Driving

£15

Average Price

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£73

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 15m

Average total duration

45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

31m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport is a coach with an average price of £7.

This is compared to other travel options from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport:

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £15.

The fastest way to travel from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport is by train with an average journey time of 31m.

Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:

Coach takes on average 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Preston Park (PRP) and London Gatwick Airport including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £73 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £58. The journey takes 31m 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.

Direct services run with Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Thameslink5:00 Preston Park (PRP)
0h35
5:35 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Thameslink7:00 Preston Park (PRP)
0h35
7:35 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Thameslink8:00 Preston Park (PRP)
0h35
8:35 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Southern9:25 Preston Park (PRP)
0h28
9:53 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Southern10:25 Preston Park (PRP)
0h28
10:53 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Southern12:25 Preston Park (PRP)
0h28
12:53 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Thameslink12:32 Preston Park (PRP)
0h33
13:05 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Southern14:25 Preston Park (PRP)
0h28
14:53 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Thameslink15:32 Preston Park (PRP)
0h33
16:05 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Southern18:25 Preston Park (PRP)
0h28
18:53 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport by train or coach

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Why should you book Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?

Southern as well as Thameslink or Gatwick Express offer trains services from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport.

Why book with Omio vs Southern?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport

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Trains from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 08:32. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 27m.

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 £4
Distance
35 km
Average train duration
31m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
27m
First train
4:57
Last train
8:32
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 £4

Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Preston Park (PRP) and London Gatwick Airport from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
27m
Cheapest Southern Price
£15
Southern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
32m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£15
Thameslink frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Gatwick Express

About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Gatwick Express Duration
29m
Cheapest Gatwick Express Price
£15
Gatwick Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.

FAQs: Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston Park (PRP) 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 Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport covers a distance of 35 km and takes approximately 27m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport is 35 km.
The first train from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 4:57.
The last train from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport departs at 8:32.
Trains from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train between Preston Park (PRP) and London Gatwick Airport. The service operates 9 times per day, provided by Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express.
To get from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Preston Park (PRP) 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 Preston Park to London Gatwick Airport primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic views, with occasional glimpses of the countryside.
Yes, a day trip from Preston Park to London Gatwick Airport is feasible. The journey takes 27m, covers 35 km, and there are 8 train trips per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Preston Park (PRP) and London Gatwick Airport

Most Preston Park (PRP) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Brighton to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston Park (PRP) 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 Brighton
Arrival train stations in London
Preston ParkPreston Park station, Clermont Road, Preston Park, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6SGParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre

Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBrighton - Bedford, Brighton - London Bridge, Brighton - West Hampstead Thameslink, Brighton - Cambridge, Brighton - Luton, Brighton - Mill Hill Broadway · 3m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
BusUk998, Uk066 · 11m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
025 · 16m · £0.90 · every ~4 min

Preston Park train station facilities and services

Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, 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, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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