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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Purley (PUR) 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 Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Purley (PUR) 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 20 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 20 km
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| P42382+G84437 | On time 06:14 Purley (PUR) | 0h30 | 06:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| W59280 | On time 06:23 Purley (PUR) | 0h26 | 06:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W59414 · W59504 | On time 06:27 Purley (PUR) | 0h37 | 07:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G83634 | On time 06:53 Purley (PUR) | 0h26 | 07:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P25769 · W60205 | On time 06:54 Purley (PUR) | 0h24 | 07:18 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change |
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Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:13, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 17m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 03:13 |
Last train 18:13 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Purley (PUR) 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.
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FAQs: Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Purley (PUR) 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 Purley (PUR) and London Gatwick Airport
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:05 Saturday 05:55 - 20:25 Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 6 above the waiting room.
- 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: Yes
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3 and 4/5
- National key toilets: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms on platform 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. The waiting room on platform 6 has one small step to access. Seating is also available on platforms 3, 4, 5 and 6
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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