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Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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148

train journeys
per day

24

miles (39 kms)

41 mins

fastest journey

01:53 / 23:53

first / last train

140

direct trains

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 148 scheduled rail journeys between London Blackfriars and Gatwick Airport , with 140 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport is approximately 24 miles (39 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 45 mins.

Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between London Blackfriars and Gatwick Airport.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 41 mins.

Journeys from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    01:53
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    03:30
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    02:48
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    04:30
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:54
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    05:12
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:59
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    05:27
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:40
    51 mins Direct
    05:31
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:01
    46 mins Direct
    05:47
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:29
    35 mins Direct
    06:04
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    55 mins Direct
    06:49
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:59
    35 mins Direct
    06:34
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:09
    35 mins Direct
    06:44
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:24
    55 mins Direct
    07:19
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:29
    35 mins Direct
    07:04
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:39
    35 mins Direct
    07:14
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:54
    55 mins Direct
    07:49
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:59
    35 mins Direct
    07:34
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    35 mins Direct
    07:44
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:24
    52 mins Direct
    08:16
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:29
    35 mins Direct
    08:04
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:34
    52 mins Direct
    08:26
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:39
    35 mins Direct
    08:14
    London Blackfriars
    Gatwick Airport
    London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport

About London Blackfriars Station

Station name London Blackfriars (BFR)
Address London Blackfriars station, Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4DY
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:15 - 20:30
Saturday 07:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Blackfriars and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between London Blackfriars and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Blackfriars and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 148 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

First class tickets on trains between London Blackfriars and Gatwick Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between London Blackfriars and Gatwick Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 140 direct services per day from London Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport

Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between London Blackfriars and Gatwick Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Blackfriars and Gatwick Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.