What train line goes to Gatwick Airport?
What train line goes to Gatwick Airport? The train stops at Gatwick Airport station, which is only 2-minutes' walking distance from South Terminal. A fast and convenient shuttle bus can take you from the South Terminal to the North Terminal. Gatwick Express, Thameslink and Southern operate trains from London stations to London Gatwick Airport.
What is the best way to get from Gatwick to London?
The Gatwick Express is a nonstop train service to central London. Trains run every 30 minutes between Gatwick Airport's South Terminal and London Victoria station daily from 5.41am to 11.05pm. The journey time is 34 minutes.
Where do trains for Gatwick depart from?
Gatwick Airport train station is located in the heart of the South Terminal of Gatwick Airport. If you're headed to or coming from the North Terminal, take the inter-terminal transit shuttle. It's just a two-minute ride and runs 24 hours a day.
Is it cheaper to buy Gatwick Express online?
Book online or via the Gatwick Express app and get a 10% discount. We don't charge any booking fees either.
Can you use Oyster card 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.
How early should I arrive at Gatwick Airport?
How long before my flight do I need to check in? We advise that you arrive at least two hours before your flight to allow plenty of extra time to check-in and pass through security.
Is Thameslink cheaper than Gatwick Express?
Thameslink is another noteworthy option to travel between Gatwick and London. Gatwick route trains of Thameslink stop at several stations in London, including St Pancras, which makes it an attractive option for visitors staying in North London. It is also a cheaper option than Gatwick Express.
Is Gatwick Express more expensive?
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.
How to get to Gatwick Airport from London by train?
There are fast and frequent trains between London Gatwick and London and it's never been easier to use your Oyster or contactless payment card. Gatwick Express offers a non-stop rail service between the airport and London Victoria in central London. Trains generally run two times an hour and take around 30 minutes.
Is there a direct train to Gatwick from London?
Gatwick Express offers a non-stop rail service between the airport and London Victoria in central London. Trains generally run two times an hour and take around 30 minutes.
Is Oyster cheaper than cash?
Supports cash: If you want to pay for your transport in London using cash, you can buy and top up an Oyster card with cash. This is normally a lot more cost effective than paying for a cash ticket, with the rare exception of a one-off single journey as you have to consider the cost of the Oyster card.
Is Gatwick Express a train or tube?
Gatwick Express offers a non-stop rail service between the airport and London Victoria in central London. Trains generally run two times an hour and take around 30 minutes.
Does the Elizabeth line run to Gatwick?
Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Canary Wharf (Elizabeth line) and Gatwick Airport.
Do trains run 24 hours to Gatwick Airport?
Southern train services between Gatwick and Victoria run 24/7. Even in the early hours of a Sunday morning the service is hourly and by 5am is up to four an hour. At peak travel times there can be up to nine trains an hour.