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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 £13.90, with average prices for this route around £26.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Tue, Aug 12
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Sat, Aug 16
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:13 London Kings Cross	01:22 Gatwick Airport	1h 9m, Direct	Find Tickets
00:43 London Kings Cross	01:56 Gatwick Airport	1h 13m, Direct	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 Paris	1h 10m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport train route details

First train

00:13

Last train

23:40

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival station

Gatwick Airport

Journey time

55m

Distance

27 miles

Price

£13.90*

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

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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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London Kings Cross to Gatwick Airport train prices and times

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