The cheapest and fastest trains from Spalding station (SPA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Spalding station (SPA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Spalding station (SPA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 2 trains that leave Spalding station (SPA) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 181 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.
14:102h45Spalding station (SPA)16:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£301One-way0 changes
9:102h45Spalding station (SPA)11:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£811One-way0 changes
9:102h45Spalding station (SPA)11:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£811One-way0 changes
14:102h45Spalding station (SPA)16:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£301One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Spalding station (SPA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Spalding station (SPA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £107 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:03, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £107 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 7:03 |
Last train 22:37 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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FAQs: Spalding station (SPA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Spalding station (SPA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Spalding station (SPA) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Spalding station (SPA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Spalding to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Spalding station (SPA) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Spalding from Spalding city centre
Spalding train station facilities and services
Spalding has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Spalding.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spalding: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Spalding: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spalding: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge or with staff assistance via foot crossing to Sleaford bound platform (station is staffed mornings only). This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: MRIS 01795 680993, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
