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Preston Park to Gatwick Airport train prices and times

Looking to travel from Preston Park to Gatwick Airport? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £8.00, with average prices for this route around £13.70.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:07 Preston Park	00:41 Gatwick Airport	34m, Direct	Find Tickets
00:24 Preston Park	05:09 Gatwick Airport	4h 45m, No direct	Find Tickets
01:21 Preston Park	05:09 Gatwick Airport	3h 48m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:46 Preston Park	06:18 Gatwick Airport	32m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:51 Preston Park	06:27 Gatwick Airport	36m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:00 Preston Park	06:34 Paris	34m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Preston Park to Gatwick Airport train route details

First train

00:07

Last train

23:46

Departure station

Preston Park

Arrival station

Gatwick Airport

Journey time

29m

Distance

22 miles

Price

£8.00*

Train Operators

Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston Park to Gatwick Airport

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 Preston Park to Gatwick Airport can result in significant cost savings.

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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Preston Park to Gatwick Airport, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving 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 Preston Park to Gatwick Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston Park 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 more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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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
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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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