Travelling from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport by train

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

The fastest trains from Heathrow to Gatwick Airport take around 1 hour and 18 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 39 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Heathrow is scheduled to depart at around  00:07. The last departure is usually at around 23:57 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Heathrow at around 00:07, with the last train leaving at around 23:57. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 77 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 US$37.50.

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 Heathrow to Gatwick Airport?

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

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

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Heathrow to Gatwick Airport train travel takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gatwick Airport leaving Heathrow at around 00:07 and the last train leaving at around 23:57 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Heathrow at around 00:07, with the final departure at 23:57.