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London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport train prices and times
Looking to travel from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £13.90, with average prices for this route around £13.90.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- Sun, Aug 10From £13.90
- Mon, Aug 11From £15.10
- Tue, Aug 12From £15.10
- Wed, Aug 13From £15.10
- Thu, Aug 14From £15.10
- Fri, Aug 15From £15.10
- Sat, Aug 16From £13.90
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:02 London Blackfriars | 00:49 Gatwick Airport | 47m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
00:32 London Blackfriars | 01:22 Gatwick Airport | 50m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
01:02 London Blackfriars | 01:56 Gatwick Airport | 54m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
01:36 London Blackfriars | 04:03 Gatwick Airport | 2h 27m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:29 London Blackfriars | 08:40 Gatwick Airport | 1h 11m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:31 London Blackfriars | 08:43 Paris | 1h 12m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport train route details





London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport train travel guide
Departing from London Blackfriars
London Blackfriars Station is a well-connected departure point, offering fast and frequent services to key destinations across London and beyond. With direct trains to areas like Brighton, Bedford, and Gatwick Airport, this station makes travel across the South East seamless. Located on the Thames, Blackfriars provides a unique setting, with its modern, glass-walled structure offering stunning views of the river. The station also boasts excellent facilities including ticket machines, cafés, and waiting areas, ensuring a comfortable start to any journey.
A look at your journey to Gatwick Airport
Thameslink provides economical and fast direct train services from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport, covering approximately 25 miles (about 40 km). The fastest journey takes around 35m, typically lasting around 45m to 1h and passes through key stations such as London Bridge and East Croydon.
Ticket prices on this route begin at just £13.90, with average fares around £15.10, offering an economical choice for those travelling along this route.
Touching down in Gatwick Airport
Stepping off at Gatwick Airport Station places you right at the heart of the airport, with direct access to both terminals. Trains from here offer quick connections to London, Brighton, and other regional destinations. The station’s convenient location makes it a great arrival point for passengers flying in or transferring to local areas like Crawley or Redhill.
How to book cheap train tickets from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Network Railcard for Southeast England

Travelling in off-peak train times

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Group travels to save 1/3
London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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