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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£56
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£80
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
2 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
2 h 55 m
Trains on 29 Aug
15
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southbourne station (SOB) 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 Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport you need to make at least 3 changes.
5:513h19Southbourne station (SOB)9:10Gatwick Airport£561One-way2 changes- 6:503h20Southbourne station (SOB)10:10Gatwick Airport£561One-way2 changes
- 7:303h10Southbourne station (SOB)10:40Gatwick Airport£561One-way2 changes
- 8:303h10Southbourne station (SOB)11:40Gatwick Airport£561One-way2 changes
- 9:303h10Southbourne station (SOB)12:40Gatwick Airport£561One-way2 changes
- 7:302h55Southbourne station (SOB)10:25Gatwick Airport£1081One-way3 changes
- 8:302h55Southbourne station (SOB)11:25Gatwick Airport£1081One-way3 changes
- 9:302h55Southbourne station (SOB)12:25Gatwick Airport£1081One-way3 changes
- 10:302h55Southbourne station (SOB)13:25Gatwick Airport£1081One-way3 changes
- 11:302h55Southbourne station (SOB)14:25Gatwick Airport£1081One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 62 km
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£77 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 2h55 | 20:25 Gatwick Airport | 3 changes | |
| 17:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h09 | 20:39 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 18:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h09 | 21:39 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 19:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h09 | 22:39 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 20:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h21 | 23:51 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 21:20 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h48 | 1:08 Gatwick Airport | 3 changes | |
| 21:20 Southbourne station (SOB) | 9h32 | 6:52 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 22:20 Southbourne station (SOB) | 8h51 | 7:11 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 23:20 Southbourne station (SOB) | 9h20 | 8:40 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
| 5:51 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h04 | 8:55 Gatwick Airport | 3 changes | |
| 5:51 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h19 | 9:10 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 6:50 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h20 | 10:10 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 7:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 2h55 | 10:25 Gatwick Airport | 3 changes | |
| 7:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h10 | 10:40 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 8:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 2h55 | 11:25 Gatwick Airport | 3 changes | |
| 8:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h10 | 11:40 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 9:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 2h55 | 12:25 Gatwick Airport | 3 changes | |
| 9:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h10 | 12:40 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 10:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 2h55 | 13:25 Gatwick Airport | 3 changes | |
| 10:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h10 | 13:40 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 11:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 2h55 | 14:25 Gatwick Airport | 3 changes | |
| 11:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h10 | 14:40 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
| 12:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 2h55 | 15:25 Gatwick Airport | 3 changes | |
| 12:30 Southbourne station (SOB) | 3h10 | 15:40 Gatwick Airport | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 23:20 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway from Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern, South Western Railway trains will get you between Southbourne station (SOB) and London Gatwick Airport from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southbourne station (SOB) 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 Southbourne station (SOB) and London Gatwick Airport
Most Southbourne station (SOB) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Southbourne to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Southbourne station (SOB) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Southbourne from Southbourne city centre
Southbourne train station facilities and services
Southbourne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southbourne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southbourne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southbourne: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Southbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southbourne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station:Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short, steep ramps (over 1:10 gradient). Access between platforms via level crossing. 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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