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London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 5.700, with average prices for this route around KWD 11.420. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Wed, Sep 3
From KWD 6.190
Thu, Sep 4
From KWD 6.190
Fri, Sep 5
From KWD 6.190
Sat, Sep 6
From KWD 5.700
Sun, Sep 7
From KWD 10.980
Mon, Sep 8
From KWD 6.190
Tue, Sep 9
From KWD 6.190

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
01:21 London Kings Cross	02:30 Gatwick Airport	1h 9m, Direct	Find Tickets
02:21 London Kings Cross	03:30 Gatwick Airport	1h 9m, Direct	Find Tickets
03:21 London Kings Cross	04:30 Gatwick Airport	1h 9m, Direct	Find Tickets
04:21 London Kings Cross	05:31 Gatwick Airport	1h 10m, Direct	Find Tickets
04:41 London Kings Cross	05:47 Gatwick Airport	1h 6m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:09 London Kings Cross	06:04 Paris	55m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport train route details

First train

00:13

Last train

23:41

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival station

Gatwick Airport

Journey time

55m

Distance

27 miles

Price

KWD 5.700*

Train Operators

Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London Kings Cross and Gatwick Airport, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Kings Cross 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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