The average train between Gatwick and Kent takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is an hourly train service from Gatwick to Kent. 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 hourly between Gatwick and Kent. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gatwick is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Kent at 7:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Kent. However, there are services departing from Gatwick station and arriving at Kent station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Gatwick to Kent train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.
Gatwick to Kent train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Lenham station.
Book your Gatwick to Kent train tickets online with Southern, Southeastern and Gatwick Express.
The distance between Gatwick and Kent is 62.9 km. The road distance is 121 km.
You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Lenham via London Victoria in around 2h 19m.