London Gatwick — Gatwick Express + Thameslink + Southern
London Gatwick (LGW) to London — Updated 2026
London Gatwick’s station is at the **South Terminal**, linked to the North Terminal by a free shuttle. **Gatwick Express** runs non-stop to **London Victoria** about every 15 minutes, taking around 30 minutes (35 on Sundays). **Southern** and **Thameslink** also run to London in 30–45 minutes, and Great Western Railway serves the station too. Regulated standard fares are frozen until March 2027; Gatwick Express takes 10% off most adult singles and returns booked on its own site.
Gatwick Express + Thameslink + Southern stops
| Station / Stop | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gatwick Airport (South Terminal) | Start | Free shuttle from the North Terminal |
| London Victoria (Gatwick Express) | About 30 min | Non-stop |
| London (Southern, Thameslink) | 30–45 min | Check the operator for stops |
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| Option | Cost | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatwick Express | Check gatwickexpress.com (10% off direct) | About 30 min | Non-stop to Victoria, about every 15 min. |
| Thameslink | Check the operator | 30–45 min | Through London. |
| Southern | Check the operator | 30–45 min | To London. |
| Pre-booked private transfer | Price shown when you book | Depends on traffic | Driver meets you in arrivals. |
FAQ
Where is the Gatwick train station?+
At the South Terminal. From the North Terminal take the free inter-terminal shuttle.
How long is the Gatwick Express to Victoria?+
Gatwick Airport says around 30 minutes (35 on Sundays), with trains about every 15 minutes, non-stop to London Victoria.
How do I get the cheapest Gatwick train ticket?+
Regulated standard fares are frozen until March 2027. Gatwick Express takes 10% off most adult single and return tickets booked on its own website, with no booking fees. Compare Southern and Thameslink fares for your exact destination.
Sources (read 12 October 2026)
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