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.
Trains run every 10 minutes between Charing Cross and Gatwick. The earliest departure is at 10:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Charing Cross is at 6:19 PM which arrives into Gatwick at 6:58 PM. 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.
39 min • 1 change
39 min • 1 change
40 min • 1 change
49 min • 1 change
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.
No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Charing Cross station and arriving at Gatwick station via Gatwick Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.
Charing Cross to Gatwick train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from London Victoria station.
Charing Cross to Gatwick train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Gatwick Airport station.
Book your Charing Cross to Gatwick train tickets online with London Underground (Tube), Southern and Gatwick Express.
The distance between Charing Cross and Gatwick is 38.2 km. The road distance is 45 km.
Southern operates a train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 36 min. Gatwick Express also services this route every 30 minutes.
