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Explore cheap prices from New Eltham to Gatwick Airport

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from New Eltham to Gatwick Airport, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

£22.40

Fri30May

£22.40

Sat31May

£22.40

Sun1Jun

£22.40

Mon2Jun

£15.30

Tue3Jun

£22.40

Wed4Jun

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Thu5Jun

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

New Eltham to Gatwick Airport train prices and times

Planning a journey from New Eltham to Gatwick Airport? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £15.30, with average prices for this route around £23.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, May 30
From £22.40
Sat, May 31
From £22.40
Sun, Jun 1
From £22.40
Mon, Jun 2
From £22.40
Tue, Jun 3
From £15.30
Wed, Jun 4
From £22.40
Thu, Jun 5

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:06 New Eltham	05:12 Gatwick Airport	5h 6m, No direct	Find Tickets
00:06 New Eltham	06:04 Gatwick Airport	5h 58m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:36 New Eltham	06:34 Gatwick Airport	58m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:51 New Eltham	07:04 Gatwick Airport	1h 13m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:12 New Eltham	07:14 Gatwick Airport	1h 2m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:36 New Eltham	07:34 Paris	58m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

New Eltham to Gatwick Airport train route details

First train

00:06

Last train

23:36

Departure station

New Eltham

Arrival station

Gatwick Airport

Journey time

58m

Distance

23 miles

Price

£15.30*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from New Eltham to Gatwick Airport

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from New Eltham 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from New Eltham 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 New Eltham to Gatwick Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

New Eltham 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
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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