How long does the Gatwick Express take?

Kieran Read

Published: May 9, 2025

Updated: Oct 16, 2026

Whether you’re catching a flight, touching down in London after an international trip, or commuting from coast to city, there are plenty of reasons you may be hopping on the fast and convenient Gatwick Express, but it can be tough accounting for these train times into an already busy travel schedule.

Don’t worry! Our guide below gives a full breakdown of how long it takes to travel between all stations along the Gatwick Express route - whether that’s Brighton, London Victoria or Gatwick Express itself - and why we think the Gatwick Express is one of the smartest ways to get around.

Note that times can vary depending on when you travel, so be sure to check what time you’ll be setting off.

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Gatwick Express journey times during rush hour (6am–9am)

From / To	Preston Park	Hassocks	Burgess Hill	Haywards Heath	Gatwick Airport	London Victoria
Brighton	4 mins	11 mins	15 mins	21 mins	33 mins	65 mins
Preston Park	/	7 mins	11 mins	17 mins	29 mins	61 mins
Hassocks	/	/	4 mins	10 mins	22 mins	54 mins
Burgess Hill	/	/	/	6 mins	18 mins	50 mins
Haywards Heath	/	/	/	/	12 mins	44 mins
Gatwick Airport	/	/	/	/	/	31 mins

Travelling during peak hours? Here’s how long it takes to reach key destinations on the Gatwick Express during the morning rush:

Brighton to Gatwick Airport – 33 minutes
Brighton to London Victoria – 65 minutes
London Victoria to Gatwick Airport – 31 minutes
Haywards Heath to Gatwick Airport – 12 minutes

Journey times during rush hour are often slightly longer as the stations Preston Park, Hassocks, and Burgess Hill are opened to the Gatwick Express.

Gatwick Express journey times for the rest of the day (9am–12am)

From / To	Haywards Heath	Gatwick Airport	London Victoria
Brighton	17 mins	30 mins	62 mins
Haywards Heath	/	13 mins	44 mins
Gatwick Airport	/	/	31 mins

Looking to avoid the commute crowd? Here's how long your journey will take after rush hour:

Brighton to Gatwick Airport – 30 minutes
London Victoria to Brighton – 62 minutes
Haywards Heath to Gatwick Airport – 13 minutes
Haywards Heath to London Victoria – 44 minutes
Gatwick Airport to London Victoria – 31 minutes

Journey times remain reliable and fast well into the evening, making the service ideal for both business and leisure travellers.

Why choose the Gatwick Express?

The Gatwick Express is designed with speed and simplicity in mind. Here are some of the top reasons to travel by this dedicated airport service:

Non-stop from Gatwick to London Victoria in as little as 31 minutes
Frequent departures, typically every 15 minutes
Modern trains with comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and space for luggage
Ideal for airport transfers, business commutes, or stress-free day trips
Seamless connections to London Underground and National Rail services from Victoria