The cheapest and fastest trains from Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
4
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 £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 4 trains that leave Purley (PUR) for London Gatwick Airport every day 4 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 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 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.








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, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:27 Purley (PUR) | 0h37 | 06:04 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:33 Purley (PUR) | 0h33 | 08:06 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:01 Purley (PUR) | 0h20 | 08:21 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:43 Purley (PUR) | 0h21 | 12:04 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Purley (PUR) to London Gatwick Airport
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 £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 20m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 04:37 |
Last train 22:52 |
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 £5. 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
- 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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