Plumstead to Gatwick Airport by train

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  • First train
    01:31
  • Last train
    23:57
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    1hr 3m
  • Distance
    41 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    25
  • Avg. journey time
    1hr 24m
  • Train operators
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The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

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30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

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Plumstead to Gatwick Airport by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 41 kilometres.

Cost of train tickets between Plumstead and Gatwick Airport

The cheapest train tickets from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport start at £13.40. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 3 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Plumstead to Gatwick Airport daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Gatwick Airport on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 25 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 01:31: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:57: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:21: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:01: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 2 hours and 23 minutes: frequency of train departures

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport?

On this route spanning 41 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 1 hour and 3 minutes.

How far in advance Plumstead and Gatwick Airport tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Plumstead and Gatwick Airport are available 3 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

More information on train travel from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Gatwick Airport city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport

Want to know more about your journey from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What’s the distance from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport by train?

The train route from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport covers 41 kilometres.

How much does the train from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport cost?

The minimum fare on this route is £13.40. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport?

Tickets for this journey become available 3 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

How long does the train take from Plumstead to Gatwick Airport?

The fastest travel time is 1 hour and 3 minutes.

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