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 and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

1 h

Average duration

1 h 6 m

Trains per day

6

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 £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

To travel from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least one change.

SoutheasternP19363+ThameslinkY36922
16:141h00
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
17:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£171One-way
1 change
SoutheasternP19045+ThameslinkY36932
17:141h00
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
18:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£171One-way
1 change
ThameslinkY36566 · Y36927
16:341h10
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
17:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£171One-way
1 change
SoutheasternP18541+ThameslinkY37112
16:511h14
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
18:05Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£171One-way
1 change
SoutheasternP18544+ThameslinkY37106
16:241h11
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
17:35Gatwick Airport (GTW)
£171One-way
1 change

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 prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 40 km

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Coach

£26

Average Price

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 29m

Average total duration

1h 59m

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30m

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

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslinkY36457 · Y36827
On time
06:04 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h10
07:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
southeasternP19366+thameslinkY36989
On time
06:20 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h14
07:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
thameslinkY36461 · Y36831
On time
06:34 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h10
07:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
southeasternP19365+thameslinkY36993
On time
06:50 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h14
08:04 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
thameslinkY36465 · Y36835
On time
07:04 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h10
08:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
southeasternP18476+thameslinkY36998
On time
07:23 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)
1h11
08:34 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 6 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
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 £7
Distance
40 km
Average train duration
54m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 0m
First train
04:34
Last train
17:14
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 £7

Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Southeastern from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsThameslink, Southern, Southeastern 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.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
£18
Southern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

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 Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£15
Thameslink frequency
5 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

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 Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
£28
Southeastern frequency
1 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

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

FAQs: Travel by train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
FAQs
To get from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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 distance from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is 40 km.
The train journey from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 1h 0m. Trains run 6 per day.
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 17:14.
Trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The cost of a train ticket from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £26.
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.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Yes, you can take the train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

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Important Stations and Airports in Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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The major train station for departures in London is Woolwich Arsenal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Woolwich Arsenal for your trip from London to London.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 06:40 - 21:10 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: dry cleaner
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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 both platforms via lifts from the DLR station. Stepped access to both platforms via booking hall and station overbridge. Step free access from Car Park to Platform 1 via side gate with call device.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis (Black cabs) are available from the taxi rank.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: in booking hall
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room On Platform 1 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Woolwich Arsenal
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside of the station
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 06:40 - 21:10 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: dry cleaner
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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 both platforms via lifts from the DLR station. Stepped access to both platforms via booking hall and station overbridge. Step free access from Car Park to Platform 1 via side gate with call device.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis (Black cabs) are available from the taxi rank.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: in booking hall
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room On Platform 1 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Woolwich Arsenal
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside of the station

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