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The average train between Charing Cross and Gatwick takes 43 min and the fastest train takes 38 min. The train runs at least 6 times per hour from Charing Cross to Gatwick. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

43 min
Duration
28 mi
Distance
£21
Average price
Every 10 minutes
Frequency

Charing Cross to Gatwick train times

Trains run every 10 minutes between Charing Cross and Gatwick. The earliest departure is at 12:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Charing Cross is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Gatwick at 1:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Victoria station and take an average of 43 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Southern4h 36m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express41 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Southern42 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express40 min • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Southern1h 30m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express52 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express48 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Southern1h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Southern4h 45m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Southern42 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express43 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express39 min • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Southern4h 36m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Southern42 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express43 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express39 min • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Southern4h 36m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Southern42 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express43 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express39 min • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Southern4h 36m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Southern42 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express43 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express39 min • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)Southern4h 36m • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Southern42 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express43 min • 1 change
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    London Underground (Tube)Gatwick Express39 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Charing Cross to Gatwick? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 27.9 mi
  • Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Gatwick, England?

Southern operates a train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £12–20 and the journey takes 34 min. Gatwick Express also services this route every 30 minutes.

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