Stansted Airport to Gatwick Airport train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Stansted Airport to Gatwick Airport by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Stansted Airport to Gatwick Airport take around 1 hour and 49 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 87 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stansted Airport is scheduled to depart at around  00:30. The last departure is usually at around 23:59. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 109 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £26.42.

We think any time is a great time to visit Gatwick Airport, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Gatwick Airport.

Is there a direct train from Stansted Airport to Gatwick Airport?

The journey between Stansted Airport and Gatwick Airport usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Stansted Airport to Gatwick Airport every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Stansted Airport to Gatwick Airport?

The Stansted Airport to Gatwick Airport train travel takes about 1 hour and 49 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stansted Airport to Gatwick Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gatwick Airport leaving Stansted Airport at around 00:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:59. This is the same at the weekend.