Where do I get Gatwick Express from?
Where do I get Gatwick Express 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.
Can you use Oyster card on Gatwick Express?
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.
What is the difference between the Gatwick Express and the Southern Rail?
Southern trains are significantly cheaper than Gatwick Express, typically 30%-40% cheaper. Southern trains take around 15 minutes longer than the Gatwick Express as they make other stops at stations along the way.
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.
Is there a direct train from Gatwick to London?
Generally, the journey from Gatwick Airport to London by train takes around 48 minutes, although the fastest services take just 28 minutes. As there are around 935 direct trains on this route every day, you don't need to make any changes during your journey.
How to get from Gatwick to London without Gatwick Express?
Coach Bus Transfers By far the cheapest way to get to London from Gatwick is via coach. National Express and easyBus offer coaches that run 24/7 and can cost as little as £10 if booked in advance. Unfortunately, the cheapest option is also the slowest option.
Do you have to pay extra for Gatwick Express?
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. The fare charged is determined by the gateline which you enter or exit through at London Victoria.
How much is the fare from Oyster to Gatwick?
Pay as you go Oyster/contactless fares by train to/from Gatwick. You can use a Pay as you go Oyster card or a contactless payment to pay for the journey to/from Gatwick airport by train. Be careful to use the same card when you tap in and out of the barriers. The single fare by train is £9.50 off-peak or £17.50 peak.
Which train operator runs Gatwick Express?
Gatwick Express is a trading name of Govia Thameslink Railway Limited.
What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick to London?
The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to London is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 47 min. How do I get from Gatwick to London the fastest? The fastest way to get from Gatwick to London is to train. Taking this option will cost £10 - £27 and takes 32 min.
Is the Gatwick shuttle free?
Terminal Transfer Options The Gatwick Airport inter-terminal shuttle train links the North and South Terminals. The service operates 24 hours a day and is free of charge.
How do I get to Gatwick early in the morning?
easyBus run a non-stop service every 15 minutes taking 1 hour and 10 minutes to get you between Gatwick and Central London. The best thing is that they also run from 4am to 1am, so you will nearly always have a bus ready to board, this is very helpful especially if you're getting in early in the morning!
Can I buy train tickets at Gatwick Airport?
The railway station is located at the South Terminal, just a short walk from both departures and arrivals. The station is easily accessible from the North Terminal by a free shuttle. You can buy train tickets at the station, online or by using your contactless payment card at the ticket gates.