Trains from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport from £7.55*

Trains from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport from £7.55*

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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 £7.55, with average prices for this route around £13.90.

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    From £11.90
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    From £11.90
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00:02
London Blackfriars
00:48
Gatwick Airport
46m, DirectThameslink
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00:32
London Blackfriars
01:22
Gatwick Airport
50m, DirectThameslink
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01:02
London Blackfriars
01:56
Gatwick Airport
54m, DirectThameslink
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01:40
London Blackfriars
02:30
Gatwick Airport
50m, DirectThameslink
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02:40
London Blackfriars
03:30
Gatwick Airport
50m, DirectThameslink
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03:40
London Blackfriars
04:29
Paris
49m, DirectThameslink
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London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport train route details

First train
First train
00:02
Last train
Last train
23:31
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
35m
Distance
Distance
25 miles
Price
Price
£7.55*
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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 £7.55, 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.

London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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