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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Tonbridge to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
52 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
53 m
Trains on 23 Sept
4
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge 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 £12.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 4 trains from Tonbridge to London Gatwick Airport, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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.
7:160h52Tonbridge8:08London Gatwick Airport£121One-way0 changes- 14:540h52Tonbridge15:46London Gatwick Airport£121One-way0 changes
- 11:010h54Tonbridge11:55London Gatwick Airport£141One-way0 changes
- 6:160h52Tonbridge7:08London Gatwick Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 7:160h52Tonbridge8:08London Gatwick Airport£121One-way0 changes
- 14:540h52Tonbridge15:46London Gatwick Airport£121One-way0 changes
- 6:160h52Tonbridge7:08London Gatwick Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 11:010h54Tonbridge11:55London Gatwick Airport£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Tonbridge to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tonbridge to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 32 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-15.67. The journey takes 52m versus 38m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Tonbridge to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Tonbridge to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 P85590+ W45561 | Delayed 12:20 13:18Tonbridge station (TON) | 1h16 | 14:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
G77437+ G15101 | On time 14:01 Tonbridge station (TON) | 0h54 | 14:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| P85602+W45556 | On time 14:18 Tonbridge station (TON) | 1h16 | 15:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G77443+W32914 | On time 14:54 Tonbridge station (TON) | 0h52 | 15:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
| 6:16 Tonbridge | 0h52 | 7:08 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:16 Tonbridge | 0h52 | 8:08 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:01 Tonbridge | 0h54 | 11:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tonbridge to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Tonbridge to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 18:25. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 38m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 6:16 |
Last train 18:25 |
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Train companies: Southern, Southeastern from Tonbridge to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern, Southeastern trains will get you between Tonbridge and London Gatwick Airport from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Tonbridge to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge and London Gatwick Airport
Most Tonbridge to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Tonbridge to London Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Tonbridge and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Tonbridge from Tonbridge city centre
Tonbridge train station facilities and services
Tonbridge has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tonbridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Tonbridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tonbridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tonbridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tonbridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tonbridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to the booking hall from Railway Approach Road. Steps and step free access via lifts down to all platforms from the booking hall. Step free access from the blue badge parking in Barden Road direct to platform 3 and 4 for services away from London. Step free access via the station overbridge and lifts to platforms 1 and 2 for services towards London, Redhill ( for Gatwick) and Tunbridge Wells, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance is available from this station from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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