Rainham to Gatwick Airport by train

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Overview: trains from Rainham to Gatwick Airport

Find the key information for travelling by train from Rainham to Gatwick Airport, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:15 View journey
Last train 22:16 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 34m View journey
Distance (km) 59
Trains / day 45 View all
Cheapest journey US$19.98 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 7m
Train operators 6

Taking the train from Rainham to Gatwick Airport

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Train cost between Rainham and Gatwick Airport

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$19.98

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Rainham to Gatwick Airport train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 00:15.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 22:16.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 05:45.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 21:22.

  • 45 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 17 minutes.

Rainham to Gatwick Airport train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 59 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 1 hour and 34 minutes.

Booking time frame: Rainham to Gatwick Airport trains

Tickets for travel to Gatwick Airport along this route are available for purchase 6 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making your Rainham to Gatwick Airport travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Gatwick Airport.

FAQs about the train journey from Rainham to Gatwick Airport

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

The train journey from Rainham to Gatwick Airport covers 59 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.