Trains from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport from £6.50*

Trains from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport from £6.50*

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Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport train prices and times

Looking to travel from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £6.50, with average prices for this route around £9.80.

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

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11:55
Thornton Heath
12:49
Gatwick Airport
54m, No directSouthern
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12:05
Thornton Heath
12:34
Gatwick Airport
29m, No directSouthernThameslink
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12:25
Thornton Heath
13:19
Gatwick Airport
54m, No directSouthern
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12:35
Thornton Heath
13:04
Gatwick Airport
29m, No directSouthernThameslink
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12:51
Thornton Heath
13:25
Gatwick Airport
34m, No directSouthern
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12:55
Thornton Heath
13:49
Paris
54m, No directSouthern
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Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport train route details

The Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport train ticket is £6.50. The average travel time is 28m, covering a distance of approximately 27 miles. There are usually 53 daily trains provided by Southern,Thameslink. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
00:04
Last train
Last train
23:35
Departure station
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Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
28m
Distance
Distance
27 miles
Price
Price
£6.50*
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Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport train travel guide

Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport train travel guide

Arriving in Gatwick Airport

Starting from a minimum of 28m, you can reach Gatwick Airport from Thornton Heath, with an average of 53 trains per day.

Book the cheap train tickets from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Travelling during off-peak hours

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save money on your train journey from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport. These tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used during less busy periods, typically outside of the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows for flexibility, opting for off-peak times can lead to substantial cost savings. It's important to note that in most cities and large towns, off-peak time usually starts at 09:30 from Monday to Friday, while in other areas, it typically begins at 09:00.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer group save options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes travelling from Thornton Heath to Gatwick Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're travelling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.