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Trains from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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126

train journeys
per day

24

miles (40 kms)

51 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 00:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 126 scheduled rail journeys between London Paddington and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 126 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport is approximately 24 miles (40 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs.

Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between London Paddington and Gatwick Airport.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Paddington to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 51 mins.

Journeys from London Paddington to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:15
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    01:56
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:53
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    02:30
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    01:53
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    03:30
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    02:53
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    04:30
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:48
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    05:12
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:53
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    05:27
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:24
    1 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    05:47
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:32
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    05:48
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:52
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    06:04
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:12
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    06:25
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:17
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    06:30
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:27
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    06:34
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:52
    52 mins 1 change
    06:44
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:13
    51 mins 1 change
    07:04
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:23
    51 mins 1 change
    07:14
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    52 mins 1 change
    07:34
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    53 mins 1 change
    07:44
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    08:00
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:12
    52 mins 1 change
    08:04
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    53 mins 1 change
    08:14
    London Paddington
    Gatwick Airport
    London Paddington to Gatwick Airport

About London Paddington Station

Station name London Paddington (PAD)
Address London Paddington station, Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 22:15
Tuesday 06:10 - 22:15
Wednesday 06:10 - 22:15
Thursday 06:10 - 22:15
Friday 06:10 - 22:15
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 07:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Available
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 Paddington and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between London Paddington and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs & the fastest journey takes 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Paddington and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 126 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:07.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Paddington & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 126 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between London Paddington and Gatwick Airport.

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