Will I receive a Gatwick to London ticket in the post or by email?
Your ticket will be sent to you by email. You must print the ticket out and take it with you to the station.
Can I cancel my order? My plans have changed.
Airport transfer tickets are non-refundable, as stated in our terms and conditions.
What is the distance from Gatwick Airport to Central London?
Gatwick Airport is roughly 28 miles (45k) from Central London.
How long is the trip from Gatwick to London?
The journey time from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge (Zone 1) takes around 30 minutes, depending on route and time of day.
How often do trains run between Gatwick Airport and London? When are the first and last trains?
The times below are subject to change and you should check the timetable before you travel.
GATWICK TO LONDON
|
Midnight - 4am |
4am - 5am |
5am - midnight |
Monday - Saturday |
1 train per hour |
3 trains per hour |
4+ trains per hour |
|
Midnight - 4am |
4am - 7am |
7am - midnight |
Sunday |
No service. Last train departs Gatwick at 00.42am |
No service. First service departs Gatwick at 05.58am |
4+ trains per hour |
LONDON TO GATWICK
|
Midnight - 1am |
1am - 6am |
6am - midnight |
Monday - Saturday |
4 trains per hour |
1-2 trains per hour |
4+ trains per hour |
|
1am - 4am |
4am - 7am |
7am - 1am |
Sunday |
No service. Last train departs London Blackfriars at 01.01am |
No service. First train departs London Bridge at 7.11am |
2-4 trains per hour |
How do I know which train to take?
This ticket can be used on any Thameslink service between Gatwick Airport and London. It cannot be used on Southern or Gatwick Express trains.
When you get to the station, check the electronic display boards to confirm which platform the next train will be departing from. All Thameslink trains from Gatwick Airport to London stop at London St. Pancras station.
I have not received my Gatwick to London ticket yet – what should I do?
Your ticket will be sent to you in an email within 24 hours. Please make sure you allow enough time to receive your ticket and print it out before you travel. If you have not received your ticket, please check your spam filter. If your email is not there, contact VisitBritain Shop.
Gatwick to London Airport Transfer Operating times:
24 December: From 1pm, a reduced service will operate with last trains running earlier than normal
25-26 December: There is no service
27 December: An amended timetable will operate
28 December: A Saturday timetable will operate. Reduced service on some routes due to engineering works between East Croydon and Purley.
29 December: A Sunday timetable will operate. Reduced service on some routes due to engineering works between East Croydon and Purley.
30 - 31 December: A amended timetable will operate
1 January: A Sunday timetable will operate