Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£26

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£26

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 10 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 10 m

Trains on 18 Sept

3

Distance

40 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) 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 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), including 3 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.

  • Thameslink
    10:341h10
    Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
    11:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    13:341h10
    Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
    14:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    11:341h10
    Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
    12:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £261One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 40 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£26

Average Price

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

£22

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 22m

Average total duration

1h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

58m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is a coach with an average price of £12.

This is compared to other travel options from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):

A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average £26.

The fastest way to travel from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by train with an average journey time of 54m.

Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 4m sooner (54m by train vs 58m by car). Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times

The table below shows live departures for Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkC18648 · W454018:04 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h10
9:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW45524+SoutheasternP895418:23 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h11
9:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkC18582 · W453918:34 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h10
9:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW45520+SoutheasternP895508:53 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h11
10:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkC10048 · W454089:04 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h10
10:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW45523+SoutheasternP895599:23 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h11
10:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkC10045 · W4543010:04 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h10
11:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW32947+SoutheasternP8957710:16 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h18
11:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkC10041 · W4547210:34 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h10
11:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW32982+SoutheasternP8958610:46 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h18
12:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkC10030 · W4540211:04 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h10
12:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
ThameslinkW32964+SoutheasternP8959511:16 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h18
12:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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Trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:34, the last at 07:53. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 1h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
40 km
Average train duration
56m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
1h 10m
First train
4:34
Last train
7:53
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) trains will get you between Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£17
Thameslink frequency
24 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Learn more about Thameslink

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£27
Southeastern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
Learn more about Southeastern

Dockland Light Railway (DLR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Dockland Light Railway (DLR) Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Dockland Light Railway (DLR) Price
£31
Dockland Light Railway (DLR) frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 51m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is 40 km.
The first train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 4:34.
The last train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) departs at 7:53.
Trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
To get from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The cheapest way to get from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Woolwich Arsenal to Gatwick Airport primarily passes through urban and suburban landscapes, offering limited scenic views. The route includes views of the River Thames and glimpses of the South London skyline, but it is mostly characterised by residential and industrial areas.
A day trip from Woolwich Arsenal to Gatwick Airport is feasible, with a journey duration of 51m, a distance of 40 km, and a train frequency of 6 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

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