Can you pay with Oyster to go to Gatwick?


Can you pay with Oyster to go to Gatwick? You can use Oyster on all of our trains for journeys that start and finish in the London Travelcard area. Oyster can also be used between Gatwick Airport and London Victoria on Gatwick Express services. It's quick and easy to buy an Oyster card, top up online and add your Travelcard or season ticket.


Why does my ticket say London Thameslink?

London Thameslink is a slightly more generous version of 'London Terminals'. If a ticket is issued to London Thameslink, then you can use any of the stations between St Pancras International and Elephant & Castle or London Bridge, no matter which direction you're coming from.


Can you pay contactless to Gatwick Airport?

Contactless payment cards can be used to travel between Gatwick Airport and London Victoria on Gatwick Express services. Contactless is also valid on most National Rail services in London as well as bus, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground and TfL Rail. Fares and daily caps are the same as with Oyster PAYG.


What zone is Croydon in?

East Croydon is a railway station and tram stop in Croydon, Greater London, England, and is located in Travelcard Zone 5.


Can I travel to Gatwick on my 60+ Oyster?

You can use it on Southern and South Western trains to and from anywhere in London. It is not valid beyond Gatwick, and there are no readers at the stations for you to touch on or off with.


Can I pay contactless on Thameslink?

You can use your Oyster card or contactless payment card on Thameslink services in London Zones 1-6. Either buy or top up a Transport for London Oyster card or use a contactless debit or credit card debit or credit card to get around.


Where to buy Oyster Gatwick?

You buy a Visitor Oyster card to pay as you go or a Travelcard (paper ticket) in advance, from:
  • Visitor Shop.
  • Buying tickets from abroad.
  • VisitBritain.
  • Gatwick Airport - Information Centre, Gatwick Express ticket office, terminal desks and the Southern Railways ticket office.


Is Gatwick included in Oyster cap?

Journeys on Gatwick Express do not count towards caps, but those on Thameslink and Southern services do. You will be charged a premium fare for travelling on Gatwick Express. Journeys on Gatwick Express are charged separately from travel on any other service.


Is Oyster card cheaper than pay as you go?

It's more than 50% cheaper than buying a paper Travelcard or single tickets with cash. Oyster cards have a daily price cap – once you reach this limit, you won't pay for any additional journeys (excluding Thames Clippers River Bus where there is no capping).


How far out of London can I use Oyster?

You can use Oyster Pay As You Go in London on all suburban trains stopping in Zones 1 – 9 and journeys to: Broxbourne, Rye House, St. Margarets, Ware and Hertford East. Gatwick Airport.


Is Gatwick Express cheaper?

If you're travelling between Gatwick Airport and London Victoria, please be aware that there are two fares in operation. If you travel on the Gatwick Express you will be charged the more expensive but flexible 'any permitted' fare. If you travel on Southern you will be charged a lower fare.


What does Oyster card cover?

Oyster cards You can pay as you go to travel on bus, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground, most Elizabeth line, IFS Cloud Cable Car and Thames Clippers River Bus services. You can also travel on most National Rail services in London and some outside London. You can also add: Travelcard.


How much does it cost to go from Gatwick to London?

How much does the train from Gatwick Airport to London cost? Train tickets from Gatwick Airport to London can start from as little as $14.49 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.